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Police: Amityville man arrested following fatal overdose investigation

The investigation led officers to 55-year-old Maurice Leake, who was found in possession of three plastic bags containing cocaine, 39 bags with crack-cocaine and 14 bags of heroin.

News 12 Staff

Feb 10, 2024, 9:24 AM

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An Amityville man was arrested Friday following an investigation into the fatal overdose of a Nassau County resident.

The investigation led officers to 55-year-old Maurice Leake, who was found in possession of three plastic bags containing cocaine, 39 bags with crack-cocaine and 14 bags of heroin.

Leake is facing several drug charges and is expected to face a judge sometime Saturday.

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