Former New Jersey trooper pleads guilty in gambling case with links to NHL

Former New Jersey State Trooper James Harney, left, pleads guilty to charges he participated in a hockey gambling ring, in Superior Court in Mount Holly, N.J., Thursday. Harney is charged with conspiracy, promoting gambling and official misconduct. Defense Attorney Craig Mitnick is at right.

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Sun, August 6th, 2006

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