PHILADELPHIA – A
group of Philadelphia ironworkers dubbed "The Helpful Union Guys," or
THUGS, admits destroying non-union construction sites as they pushed for union
work.
Eight of the 12 ironworkers charged in a federal
racketeering case this year have pleaded guilty in recent weeks.
They admit engaging in arson, assault and intimidation as
they leaned on builders and contractors to hire them. The crimes include the
arson of a Quaker meeting house just before Christmas in 2012.
Some of the ironworkers now face up to 20 years in prison
for racketeering.
Defense lawyers say they were only trying to secure work
to support their families.
Former Ironworkers Local 401 boss Joseph Dougherty plans
to fight the charges. He goes on trial early next year.
Source: Fox
News
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