Search Warrant Leads To More Drug Arrests in Scott Co.

Friday, February 7, 2020 at 11:08 AM

By Scott County Sheriff's Office

On February 6, 2020, the Scott County Sheriff's Office with the assistance of the Austin Police Department executed a search warrant

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(Scott County, Ind.) - On February 6, 2020, the Scott County Sheriff's Office with the assistance of the Austin Police Department executed a search warrant at 45 North Fourth Street in Austin as a result of an ongoing investigation conducted by the Scott County Sheriff's Office.

As a result of the search warrant James Strobl, 42, of Austin was arrested for Possession of a Schedule I, II, III or IV Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of a Syringe and Possession of Marijuana. 

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Photo Courtesy of Scott County Sheriff James Strobl 

Eddie Collins, 42, of Austin, is still being sought by the Sheriff's Office for outstanding warrants for Dealing in Methamphetamine At Least 5 Grams but Less Than 10 Grams, Dealing in Cocaine or a Narcotic Drug At Least 1 Gram but Less Than 5 Grams and Maintaining a Common Nuisance stemming from the search warrant investigation. 

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Eddie Collins please contact the Scott County Sheriff's Office at 812-752-5550.  You can remain anonymous. 

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Photo Courtesy of Scott County Sheriff Eddie Collins

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