Heidi Fleiss arrested for DUI and drug possession

Former Hollywood madam Heidi Fleiss was arrested for driving under the influence and possession of prescription drugs.

Heidi Fleiss arrested for DUI and drug possession Heidi Fleiss, the famous Hollywood madam, was arrested on Thursday morning in Las Vegas for possession of prescription drugs and driving while intoxicated. According to the Nevada's Nye County Sheriff's office, the police was called in the early hours on Thursday to respond to a possible DUI at the town of Pahrump. The police pulled over Heidi Fleiss and found prescription medications, but no prescription. Heidi Fleiss was arrested on four counts, including possession of dangerous drugs without a prescription and driving under the influence. A passenger with Fleiss was also arrested and charged with possession of marijuana. According to reports, Heidi Fleiss admitted carrying the pain killer Vicodin, but said she has a prescription, only it was not with her.

Heidi Fleiss became popular after a 1997 conviction on tax evasion charges in connection with a prostitution ring she was accused of running that catered to Hollywood celebrities. She moved to Nevada recently, planning to open a legal brothel.

Published on 02/08/2008