Prosecutor charged with bribery, resigns

Ohio

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CLEVELAND – A politically powerful county official in Cleveland has been charged with bribery in a widening two-year federal investigation of public corruption.

The U.S. attorney’s office said Thursday that Cuyahoga County Auditor Frank Russo was charged in a 21-count criminal information, which usually signals a plea deal is pending.

County commissioners were notified by Russo that he had resigned, according to Russo’s office and Commissioner Tim Hagan.

A message seeking comment was left for Russo’s attorney.

The investigation has rocked the Democratic-controlled county government. More than 30 people including county employees, retirees and contractors have been charged, with most pleading guilty.