Maryland State Trooper Arrested After Being Caught Selling Information for Cash

A Maryland State Trooper accused of leaking sensitive information in exchange for cash has been arrested, officials said.

The trooper, identified as Justin Riggs, a 10-year veteran of the agency, was caught providing information related to an ongoing investigation to a suspected drug distributor in exchange for $1,800, according to Justin Fenton, a reporter with the Baltimore Banner, citing a criminal complaint unsealed on Jan. 9.

Investigators reported watching as he picked up the cash behind a dumpster near a Red Roof Inn, according to the outlet.

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