An unsealed application for a search warrant filed earlier this year by the office of District Attorney Stephen A. Zappala Jr. has roiled Pittsburgh city government this week — as some of those named in the document say its accusations are groundless and in some cases characterized by factual errors.
And the source of key claims that form the basis for the nine-page affidavit filed in support of the warrant application — attorney and former City Council aide Dan Friedson — said that by itself, “that document doesn’t really prove anything.
“It’s not the end of the journey,” said Friedson, who previously served as council’s solicitor. “It’s a jumping point to look into things.”…