LONDON, Ky. (LEX 18) — A controversy brewing for months in London finally came to a head Friday night. At a hearing that lasted for hours that included outbursts from council members and locals, former Mayor Randall Weddle was impeached.

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Council members accused him of misconduct and negligence, like violating proper procedure in dismissing members of the London Housing Authority, and signing a $5 million mortgage without council approval.

One local, who wished to remain anonymous, said she's thrilled with the council's decision to remove Weddle. Her feelings stem from Doug Harless, the man killed by London Police during a search warrant "mix-up" in December.

"Horrendous, I don't even st

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