Former Omaha police captain convicted in federal fraud case to be released from prison early

KETV NewsWatch 7 has learned that one of the men convicted in a federal fraud case will be released from prison early.Rich Gonzalez, a former Omaha police captain, is being released from prison Wednesday. In January, Gonzalez was sentenced as part of a scheme to steal from the Latino Peace Officers Association and PACE.READ MORE: Two of the four men convicted in a fraud case sentenced in federal courtHe then used that money for personal gain. Gonzalez's attorney said he was scheduled to be released at the end of the month. Former Omaha police officer Johnny Palermo and former Omaha City Councilman Vinny Palermo, who are not related, were both sentenced for their roles in the fraud case. READ MORE: Retired Omaha police officer pleads guilty, admits to devising plan in federal corruption caseJack Olson, the alleged fundraiser, has pleaded not guilty. His trial is scheduled to start in September.Click here for the latest headlines from KETV NewsWatch 7