Cabaret files federal lawsuit against Austintown

AUSTINTOWN — Allowed to reopen its doors, the Go Go Cabaret has now put the township in the spotlight.

Cabaret owner Sebastian Rucci filed a federal lawsuit Thursday against the township, alleging harassment and unfair treatment to his business.

Rucci alleges the township violated his First Amendment rights and targeted the business for zoning violations. The township also opposed his bid for a liquor license renewal.

Rucci was unavailable for comment Friday.

Township officials weren’t surprised the lawsuit had been filed.

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