Police seize thousands of dollars in drugs, guns | Crime

CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) – Police seized more than $20,000 in drugs and guns at a Steele Creek home on April 5.

Police responded to the 4100 block of Coopersdale Road at 7:47 p.m., according to the report from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

David Leeper III, 25, is charged with three counts of firearm by felon, possession of drug paraphernalia, trafficking marijuana and maintaining a dwelling to sell a controlled substance, according to police.

Around thirty items were seized including various guns, ammunition cases, drug paraphernalia and electronics, according to the report. 

Police seized more than $22,000 worth of marijuana from the home.

Along with the marijuana, police found a marijuana grinder, water bong, two scales and shrink wrap. Two cell phones, a bulletproof vest and several cases of ammunition were also taken. 

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