Scott County investigation leads to large drug seizure

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Brian Leep (Scott County Security Center)

SCOTT COUNTY, IN (WAVE) – Authorities in Scott County arrested a man for driving with a revoked driver's license and discovered so much more.

According to the sheriff's department, an investigation led police to Brian Leep, who had his license suspended as a Habitual Traffic Violator, making it a felony to operate a motor vehicle.

At the time of his arrest, police found items consistent with dealing narcotics and a substantial amount of money. The investigation continued and police recovered about one ounce of heroin on him while he was in the holding cell.

This is the largest heroin seizure by Scott County authorities.

Leep has been charged with dealing heroin, possession of heroin, possession of paraphernalia and operating as a habitual traffic violator.

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