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John Dougherty and Bobby Henon found guilty at federal bribery trial, upending city politics and organized labor

“Justice was not served today, and I can’t tell you how disappointed I am by the jury’s decision,” Dougherty said in response to the verdict.

IBEW Local 98 leader John “Johnny Doc” Dougherty addresses the media as he leaves the James A. Byrne U.S. Courthouse in Center City after being convicted of conspiracy and bribery. The judge scheduled his sentencing for February.
IBEW Local 98 leader John “Johnny Doc” Dougherty addresses the media as he leaves the James A. Byrne U.S. Courthouse in Center City after being convicted of conspiracy and bribery. The judge scheduled his sentencing for February.Read moreTOM GRALISH / Staff Photographer