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Officers, inmates among 5 charged in smuggling ring at federal prison

The scheme led to $100,00 being transferred among the suspects via apps like Zelle and Venmo, authorities allege.

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NJ.com· Sep 15, 11:23 PMOfficers, inmates among 5 charged in smuggling ring at federal prison

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