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Tuesday, April 02, 2013  Two former executives of a company that reconditioned football helmets and other gear are scheduled in court in New Jersey on charges of swindling dozens of schools in 12 states.

Friday, February 08, 2013  A Florida developer has pleaded guilty to his role in an alleged kickback scheme involving a former trustee at South Carolina State University.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  A Florida developer has been charged as part of an alleged kickback scheme involving a former trustee at South Carolina State University.

Thursday, September 13, 2012  The wife of a South Carolina Highway Patrol trooper has been charged with setting her home on fire and lying to officials.

Thursday, February 16, 2012  The West Columbia Police Department has arrested two women in connection with a scam they were operating in the Midlands.

Wednesday, June 22, 2011  The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division says a former state employee and former state trooper worked together to defraud the state out of more than $500,000.