A Lee County man, Leroy Bass, is accused of violating his probation stemming from a DUI manslaughter arrest. The incident occurred when Bass was speeding on a road at 4 a.m. and crashed his car, resulting in the death of his passenger. According to Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers, Bass smelled strongly of alcohol at the scene and told officers a story that someone was trying to rob him, which is why he was speeding and crashed the car.

Lee County DUI Manslaughter Arrest

Leroy Bass was arrested on DUI manslaughter charges and spent time in the Lee County Jail before being found guilty and sentenced to 10 years in prison. He was released on probation, which he allegedly violated last month in relation to a domestic violence incident in Osceola County.

Probation Violation and Prior Arrests

Bass has 23 prior arrests on charges of contempt, armed burglary, grand theft and leaving the scene of an accident. His prior arrests and current probation violation have raised concerns about his compliance with the terms of his release.

Key Facts

• Location: Lee County, Florida
• Accused: Leroy Bass, 47
• Charges: Violating probation stemming from DUI manslaughter arrest
• Prior Arrests: 23 prior arrests on charges of contempt, armed burglary, grand theft and leaving the scene of an accident
• Current Status: Wanted for arrest for violating probation
• Reward: Up to $3,000 for information leading to an arrest

'If you have information in this case, you are asked to contact Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS (8477), on the P3 app, or on its website. You can remain anonymous, and if your tip leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000.'

Next Steps

The case against Leroy Bass is ongoing, and authorities are seeking his arrest for violating his probation. The key issue is whether Bass will be taken into custody and face further consequences for his alleged probation violation. As the investigation continues, more information may become available about the circumstances surrounding Bass's alleged probation violation and his prior arrests.