Former Boy Scout Project Director swept up in federal underage sex sting

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Over 50 law-enforcement officers from multiple agencies came together in a two-day sting operation targeting online predators. Ultimately, 14 people, including Philip Reis of O’Fallon, Illinois, were charged for attempting to engage in sexual activity with minors.