Prosecutors have accused Michele Fiore of raising tens of thousands of dollars for a statue of a fallen Metropolitan Police Department officer but spending it on herself and her daughter’s wedding.
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Prosecutors allege that Fiore raised tens of thousands of dollars for a statue of slain Metro officer Alyn Beck, but spent it on herself and her daughter’s wedding.
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Pahrump Justice of the Peace and former Las Vegas City Councilwoman Michele Fiore appeared in federal court, following her indictment on wire fraud and conspiracy charges.
Prosecutors allege that the judge and former Las Vegas City Council member spent money meant for a fallen officers memorial on herself and her daughter’s wedding.
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