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Ex-detective on trial in perjury case that sank convictions
Ex-detective on trial in perjury case that sank convictions,A former New York City narcotics detective went on trial Thursday on charges that he lied about witnessing drug deals — allegations that prompted the dismissals of hundreds of drug convictions. Prosecutors say video contradicted several of Joseph Franco's claims to have seen illegal drug sales. Franco worked for the New York Police Department from for about 20 years, until 2020.

Ex-detective on trial in perjury case that sank convictions

A former New York City narcotics detective went on trial Thursday on charges that he lied about witnessing drug deals — allegations that prompted the dismissals of hundreds of drug convictions. Prosecutors say video contradicted several of Joseph Franco's claims to have seen illegal drug sales. Franco worked for the New York Police Department from for about 20 years, until 2020.