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Woodside attorney guilty of child molestation

29 May 2026 10:44

A retired Woodside attorney was found guilty of child molestation and possession of child sex abuse material. - Alan Russell, 83, convicted on May 27, 2026.

- Crimes occurred over eight years, 20 years ago, involving three boys. - Russell used his role as a family friend to abuse victims on trips.

- Sentencing set for June 22; faces life in prison; defense plans appeal. The case highlights challenges of delayed reporting and statute of limitations issues.

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