Kelcher Fare Case Investigator Arrests Wood In Big Bill Scandal
The Kelcher trial concludes with a four hour deliberation and a guilty verdict. Wood, a Somerville grocer, is arrested on $2000 bail after a complex check scheme tied to a Kansas City matter. Kelcher seeks bail, with the government aiming for a severe sentence and possible U S Circuit Court appeal.
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Judge Hale Rules Convicted Kelcher Remains in Custody
Judge Hale states society has right to know a convict will face punishment and sets bail at 50,000 for Kelcher after the jury finds him guilty of aiding and abetting Coleman in misapplying bank funds. The verdict followed a lengthy trial with about 120 witnesses and extensive testimony on credibility and accomplice corroboration.
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Verdict Joy From U S District Judge In Notable Case
United States District Judge Asa P. French praised the verdict calling it the hardest fight of his life. He credited assistant Mr. Garland and Special Investigator Schmidt for helping bring dangerous men to justice as the government seeks other gang members. The district attorney, honored by judges and bar, had worked four months night and day despite Coleman’s efforts to shield Kelcher and others.
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