Methodology
All data from unsealed federal indictments filed in US District Court, Metro City Division. Amounts are as alleged in indictments; defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Indictments by Category
| Position | Count | Alleged Total ($) | Avg per Defendant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police (command) | 1 | 2.1M | 2.1M |
| Police (precinct) | 7 | 847K | 121K |
| City Council | 3 | 1.2M | 400K |
| Building/Zoning | 7 | 634K | 91K |
| Other municipal | 5 | 289K | 58K |
| Total | 23 | 5.07M | 220K |
Alleged Payment Timeline
2038-2045, according to indictments
Combined amount across all 23 defendants
Charge Distribution
| Charge Type | Count |
|---|---|
| Bribery (18 USC 201) | 23 |
| Conspiracy (18 USC 371) | 19 |
| Obstruction (18 USC 1512) | 12 |
| Wire fraud (18 USC 1343) | 8 |
| Money laundering (18 USC 1956) | 5 |
Network Connections
Based on indictment allegations, 18 of 23 defendants are linked to a common source of payments described in court documents as "Enterprise A" — which prosecutors have not publicly identified but which media reports connect to Rodriguez-affiliated businesses.
The remaining 5 defendants are alleged to have received payments from separate sources, suggesting the corruption extended beyond a single network.
Evidence Sources
According to court filings, evidence includes:
• Financial transaction records (bank transfers, cash deposits)
• Electronic communications (email, text messages)
• Surveillance footage
• Witness testimony
The origin of this evidence has not been officially disclosed. Prosecutors have stated only that it was received from "an anonymous source" on March 16, 2045.
Legal Implications
Defense attorneys have indicated they may challenge the admissibility of evidence obtained through potentially illegal means. Federal courts have historically applied different standards than state courts regarding such evidence.
Source: US District Court, Metro City Division, Case Nos. 2045-CR-0187 through 2045-CR-0209.