Child Molester Sentenced, Former Politician Scams: Patch PM

Welcome to Tuesday's Patch PM. Here are today's top headlines from the Rhode Island Patch network:

Central Falls Man Gets 50-Year Sentence For Molesting Young Girl

In June, Carlos Rivera, 52 was convicted of one count of first degree child molestation and two counts of second degree child molestation.

Former Cranston State Rep And E. Providence Mayor Charged In Car Dealership Scam

State Police have charged three men including a former Cranston state representative and a former East Providence mayor with collecting more than $150,000 in illegal fees from 31 customers at the former Douglas Auto Sales car dealership.

Newport Teen Identified As Victim In Providence Murder

Zachary Medina was visiting his grandmother when he was shot outside her apartment complex. Police said he was an innocent victim.

Woonsocket Police Offering $1,500 Reward For Gun Theft Leads

One of the men asked the store manager for help with ammunition while the second man stole the handgun off the counter, ATF officals said.

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