Authorities arrest 5 in Franklin moonshine probes

Published March 5, 2014 2:44am ET



RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Five people have been arrested as a result of three separate investigations into moonshine and drug operations in Franklin County.

The Virginia Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control made the announcement Tuesday. The agency says investigators received leads on more illegal activity, prompting a new investigation.

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