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January 29, 2008

Bribery trial of former Lincoln administrator continues

PROVIDENCE -- Six years after his arrest, the trial has started for a former Lincoln town administrator accused of using his position to take bribes and make money for himself, neglecting his town.

Jonathan Oster faces two counts each of bribery and conspiracy. His trial began yesterday after being delayed for several years because of a dispute over evidence.

In court yesterday, prosecutors tried to portray the former administrator as someone who only used his position for personal gain.

But Oster’s lawyer, C. Leonard O’Brien, said every supposed bribe had a reasonable explanation.

Testimony is set to begin today in Superior Court, Providence

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