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White-haired Long Island politician who allegedly beat down rival during government meeting denies charges

Thomas Lohmann, a 68-year-old Smithtown Councilman serving his second term in office, entered his plea Tuesday after allegedly delivering a haymaker to his political rival during an April town hall.

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White-haired Long Island politician who allegedly beat down rival during government meeting denies chargesThomas Lohmann, a 68-year-old Smithtown Councilman serving his second term in office, entered his plea Tuesday after allegedly delivering a haymaker to his political rival during an April town hall.
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