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'Philly Jesus' found guilty

PHILADELPHIA — A man who calls himself “Philly Jesus” has a new cross to bear: He’s been found guilty of trespassing at an Apple store.

Philly Jesus’ real name is Michael Grant. He dresses like Jesus, carries a large cross and preaches on sidewalks. Wednesday’s ruling stems from his refusal in May to leave the store, where a manager said his 7-foot cross was blocking an aisle.

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