Cohoes city councilman accused of forcible touching

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A Cohoes city councilman is facing forcible touching charges.

Donald Russell pleaded not guilty and was released on his own recognizance last Thursday, say police.

He has been ordered not to have contact with the alleged victim, says the Albany County D.A.’s Office.

Russell represents the Second Ward in Cohoes.