By Steve Neavling
ticklethewire.com
A veteran DEA agent accused of stealing money and property during drug investigations has been indicted.
The agent, Chad Allen Scott, who worked in New Orleans, is also accused of perjury and accepting illegal payments of $10,000 and more for advocating for a reduced sentenced for a criminal defendant, the U.S. News reports.
Also charged was Hammond Police Officer Rodney Gemar also has been charged with conspiracy.
The Justice Department investigated.
