Arrest in Libby yields illegal drugs

Rian Erik Britt, 31, was arrested on Sunday after an investigation revealed that he was carrying 8 1/2 pounds of marijuana and 1 pound of hashish.

Britt was driving a stolen 1995 Lexus Sedan when he was arrested on Montana Highway 37 and Thomas Street by Libby City Police, with the help of Lincoln County's Sheriff's Department.

A search warrant granted by the District Court allowed officers to search the vehicle, where they discovered the drugs.

Britt is being charged with criminal possession of dangerous drugs.

The case is still under investigation and no further information was available at press time.