A former Catawba County official pled guilty in a wire fraud case. 65 year old Barry Bryan Edwards, former Director of Utilities, pled guilty to wire fraud conspiracy for accepting kickbacks and bribes from a private contractor. He admitted to receiving gifts, such as meals and tickets to events totaling over $30,000 to influence decisions. The charges have a max penalty of 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. No sentencing date is set. The announcement came from Dena J King, the US Attorney for the Western District of NC.
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