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Stephen Smink, 62, was convicted of conspiring to kill multiple government officials in New Jersey.

Prosecutors say Smink sought revenge against his targets after he was convicted of arson in 2014.

Smink, the former owner of a New Jersey bowling alley, was sentenced to 15-years in 2014 for orchestrating a plan to burn down a rival bowling alley.

The former owner of a New Jersey bowling alley who plotted to burn down a rival business in 2014 was recently convicted of conspiring to kill two prosecutors and other government officials who worked to put him behind bars.

What we know:

Stephen Smink, 62, was found guilty in August of multiple charges, including five counts of first degree attempted murder and conspiracy to commit murder.

New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platki

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