JOHN D. MCCLUNG WVSP: Richwood Mayor Charged With Fraudulent Schemes, Misuse Of Town Finances
Reported by: Bethany Simmons
Web Producer: Bethany Simmons
Reported: Feb. 2, 2012 3:29 PM EST
Updated: Feb. 2, 2012 3:41 PM EST
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Richwood
, Nicholas County
, West Virginia
The Mayor of Richwood, West Virginia is in jail and facing criminal charges.
West Virginia State Police say 65-year old John D. McClung is charged with fraudulent schemes and improper use of town monies.
Troopers say this arrest comes from a larger investigation that began back in November of 2011 following a referral from the West Virginia Ethics Commission.
The investigation continues and McClung may face additional charges. He will be in Nicholas County Court for his preliminary hearing next week.
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Bethany Simmons
