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Feds say Indiana gambling suspect threatened witness from church
Original: Feds say accused Indiana gambling boss sent witness death threats from church
Federal prosecutors allege an accused Indiana gambling boss sent death threats to a witness while inside a church. The claim was made in court filings by federal authorities, who say the accused used the religious setting to contact and intimidate the witness. The case centers on alleged illegal gambling operations in Indiana, with prosecutors arguing the threats show a risk of further obstruction and witness tampering as proceedings continue.
Why now: The unusual detail that threats were allegedly sent from a church is drawing attention to an already serious federal case.
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