Our agency, particularly our Narcotics Division, is working tirelessly to eradicate these operations.. Xiuping was charged withprostitution by massage and money laundering. Officials said communities of color across East Baton Rouge experienced a notable increase in overdose deaths last year, increasing from 29% of the parishwide death toll in 2019 to 41% in 2020 even as the coronavirus pandemic has taken a disproportionate toll on Black Americans. Other attendees included people in recovery, advocates and families who have lost loved ones to drug overdoses. 26 people arrested as part of multi-parish drug bust, LSU WR Malik Nabers arrested in New Orleans; prosecutors refuse to charge with condition. Approximately $90,577 worth of illegal drugs, along with 21 illegal firearms,wereseized as part of the investigation. Additionally Phillip Williams was arrested on drug-related charges and found to be in possession of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, a Glock 19mos with two drum mags., and drug paraphernalia. He remains on administrative leave with BRPD pending the outcome of the criminal case and internal disciplinary proceedings. The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office seized more than $1.5 million in cash and drugs, 12 guns, and four ballistic vests PONCHATOULA- It's one of the most egregious cases victims' advocates tell the WBRZ Investigative Unit they have ever seen, after a judge awarded full custody to How do I know if I have a cold, the flu or COVID-19? (WAFB) - The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriffs Office reported a narcotics investigation involving multiple agencies resulted in five arrests and the seizure of more than $1.5 million in cash and drugs. "I think the problem is the shame that's connected to being an addict or being an alcoholic is so strong that people don't want to ask for help anymore. 1 LSU baseball over Texas. All rights reserved. BATON ROUGE, La. Baton Rouge Police investigate the scene of a homicide on Spain St. Wednesday, January 27, 2021, in Baton Rouge, La. The "overwhelming culprit" is the potent synthetic opioid fentanyl, which has dominated the drug scene in Baton Rouge in recent years, according to Clark. All rights reserved. BY JACQUELINE DeROBERTIS and LEA SKENE | Staff writers. (WAFB) - EBRSO Narcotics was provided information from another agency investigation of an overdose death, which possibly occurred on July 22, 2021. We want to be part of the solution. A memo prepared by Ardoin the narcotics officer arrested for stolen property and placed on administrative leave in December claims supervisors knew about the misconduct and even sometimes participated. Police say the investigations was designed to target illegal distribution of narcotics and sales of illegal acts. Already in January 2021, officials are reporting the continuation of a trend from 2020, when the number of overdose deaths was double compared to any previous year. February 2023 was the 10 th warmest on record in the Baton Rouge area, going back to 1892. In addition to accusing Acree of stealing evidence, Ardoin alleged other illegal activity within the narcotics division. WebEBRSO arrests 5 in $1.5M drug, weapons bust. 888 illegal THC Products and $887.00 U.S. Currency. 2.4 pounds of fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid, with the approximate street value of $115,200, 4.8 pounds of suspected synthetic cutting agents. District Attorney Hillar Moore III, at lectern speaks while, from behind left, Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome, Tonja Myles, and Coroner Dr. street value $58,000), Bushmaster, Model XM-15E2S, .223/.556 caliber, rifle, Remington, Model 770, 30-06 caliber rifle (reported stolen), Hubei Jianghua, Model LH12, 7.62x39 caliber rifle, Century Arms, model RAS47,7.62x39 caliber pistol, FN Herstal, model five -seven, 5.78x28 caliber pistol, Smith & Wesson, m & P Shield, 9mm pistol (reported stolen), 15-year-old arrested in connection with Michigan Boulevard homicide, Woman arrested on charge of attempted second-degree murder, La. The emergency room visits involving drugs in 2022 have already surpassed each of the previous three years. 4 (Alprazolam)Poss. Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. The sheriff's office said it discovered the drug ring after getting a tip from the Pike County Sheriff's Office in Mississippi. The warrants resulted in the arrest of Michael James, 49, for possession with the intent to distribute heroin and fentanyl. Sch. Im so proud and grateful for all the work these investigators have put in to not only remove dangerous criminals from the streets of our community, but also weapons and a massive amount of dangerous and often lethal drugs, EBR Sheriff Sid Gautreaux said in the release. grams of marijuana, items to start an in-home marijuana grow, illegal pills, and promethazine. Our agency, particularly our Narcotics Division, is working tirelessly to eradicate these operations.. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. Ronald Thibodeaux Jr., also arrested for possession, was found with fivegrams of marijuana, items to start an in-home marijuana grow, illegal pills, and promethazine. Copyright 2021 WAFB. 2 (2 counts)Poss. There was a problem saving your notification. AUSTIN, Texas A scoreless tie was broken in the 9th inning with a three-run homer by second baseman Gavin Dugas, lifting top-ranked LSU to a John Jancek promoted to LSU special teams coordinator and outside linebackers coach. The scope of ramifications will largely depend on when the alleged corruption started, Moore said. WebBATON ROUGE - Eight people are now behind bars after a months-long investigation into a drug trafficking operation in the Zion City area of Baton Rouge. Email Lea Skene at lskene@theadvocate.com. I am extremely proud of the work that every officer with each agency involved put into this lengthy investigation. Seth Sinclair wrote in the warrant. (WAFB) - The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriffs Office reported a narcotics investigation involving multiple agencies resulted in five arrests and the seizure Huge 4th inning powers St. John's past Southeastern. Already in January 2021, officials are reporting the continuation of a trend from 2020, when the number of overdose deaths was double compared to any previous year. PONCHATOULA- It's one of the most egregious cases victims' advocates tell the WBRZ Investigative Unit they have ever seen, after a judge awarded full custody to How do I know if I have a cold, the flu or COVID-19? Ronald Thibodeaux Jr., also arrested for possession, was found with five. street value $84,000), 13 pounds of powder cocaine (approx. "We get callous to people passing away from addiction, but every single time it knocks me off my feet," she said. The virus has caused people to isolate themselves, limiting their access to drug treatment and making it more difficult for them to seek help. Deputies said they seized the following items: -14 pounds of powder heroin (approx. Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. February 2023 was the 10 th warmest on record in the Baton Rouge area, going back to 1892. On March 18, EBRSO said it seized more than $1.5 million in drugs and cash. 2 (22 counts)PWITD. Anyone with information should call 225-654-9393. Anyone with information should call 225-683-5459. Half of BRPD's narcotics division was arrested or transferred. Heated council meeting in Iberville Parish over CO2 possibly being stored underground Deputies investigating murder-suicide in Denham Springs, St. John's big inning hands Southeastern second straight loss, Coach Kim Mulkey talks LSU's record-tying season. The virus has caused people to isolate themselves, limiting their access to drug treatment and making it more difficult for them to seek help. The joint narcotics investigation involved Louisiana State Police, the East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office, and the Zachary Police Department. WebBATON ROUGE - On Monday the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office Narcotics team carried out three search warrants which led to the arrest of an alleged drug dealer. WebBATON ROUGE - Five people were arrested and nearly $1.5 million in cash and drugs were seized during an investigation conducted by the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office BATON ROUGE - Pennington Biomedical Research Center is Wednesday PM Forecast: record warmth to break with late week cold front. He was formally charged in January with possession with intent to distribute marijuana and illegal carrying of weapons with drugs. BATON ROUGE - Days after LSU gymnast and Wednesday PM Forecast: record warmth to break with late week cold front. Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. East Baton Rouge Parish leaders and advocates discussed resources and initiatives to support those struggling with opioid addiction Tuesday Feb. 9, 2021, in Baton Rouge, La. He was quickly booked into jail. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Lane, Wednesday PM Forecast: record warmth to break with late week cold front. Already in January 2021, officials are reporting the continuation of a trend from 2020, when the number of overdose deaths was double compared to any previous year. PONCHATOULA- It's one of the most egregious cases victims' advocates tell the WBRZ Investigative Unit they have ever seen, after a judge awarded full custody to How do I know if I have a cold, the flu or COVID-19? Seafood restaurant on Scotland Avenue consumed by flames early Wednesday. EBRSO K-9, EBRSO Air Support, EBRSO SWAT, EBRSO Intel, EBRSO SCAT, BRPD SRT, ATF Task Force, DEA Task Force, and Iberville Sheriffs Office all assisted in the investigation. After record-breaking year of drug overdose deaths, 2021 looks to be the same or worse. Available resources range from medication assisted treatment and counseling to clean needles and Narcan, all aimed at saving lives. A second related arrest occurred atVape Town Vape Shop where Lovepreet Singh was arrested on a charge of Distribution of Schedule I Narcotics. He noted that most narcotics detectives have a high volume of arrests because of the nature of their job. 27, 2021 at 1:35 PM PDT BATON ROUGE, La. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. The other addresses were said to be a stash/distribution location, a "grow warehouse" and a "grow residence.". 1 LSU baseball over Texas. "It's hard to answer whether this case will be complicated by Acree. EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH - Deputies have arrested three people, confiscated more than 3,000 lethal doses of fentanyl and nine guns in their latest attempt BATON ROUGE - Law enforcement says it is LSU releases statement after Olivia Dunne's viral TikTok promoting AI essay writer. He claimed officers routinely stopped and searched Black people without probable cause, planted drugs on suspects and coerced prostitutes into setting up drug dealers. street value $58,000). More than $1.3 million in heroin was seized in a multi-agency narcotics investigation in East Baton Rouge Parish, the sheriff's office announced Saturday. Multiple massage parlors closed after being raided by sheriff's office for prostitution, Newly released pictures show missing man in downtown BR before his disappearance, Seafood restaurant reduced to pile of rubble after early-morning fire, Roughly 200 employees abruptly laid off at Electronic Arts' Baton Rouge office, St. John's big inning hands Southeastern second straight loss, Coach Kim Mulkey talks LSU's record-tying season. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Lane. "We want to help. As Daniel Burch does sign interpretation, second from left, Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome, left, speaks at the lectern as Paige Harvell, holds a picture of her sister Ashley Harvell who passed away from opiods, right, watches. street value $15,400), 1 pound of methamphetamine (approx. street value $160,000), -2.5 pounds of Fentanyl (approx. Glock 19mos with two drum mags., and drug paraphernalia. Port Allen Pelicans basketball team soaring toward fourth-straight state title, Sample duo leading Scotlandville into playoffs, For help accessing the WBRZ-TV Public File, contact: Joey Verrett at. Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. There was a problem saving your notification. ZACHARY - An investigation headed by the Zachary Police Department's Narcotics Division was carried out over the course of several months and came to a conclusion with a massive drug bust and seven arrests. 616 and at a Storage Unit on Sherwood Forrest Drive. The friend told detectives he was unsure where the drugs came from, but was aware that Acree was a BRPD narcotics officer who had brought him marijuana and vape pens on several occasions in 2019 and 2020, the warrant says. Local officials hosted a press conference Tuesday toaddress the trend and announce new efforts to help people struggling with addiction. Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. )420 dosage units of Alprozolam/XanaxApproximate street value of the seized narcotics: $85,000, Marcus Clayton (dob 9-4-76)Dist. This seizure comes on the heels of an EBRSO Narcotics seizure of more than $1.5 million in cash, Heroin and Fentanyl this past week. Sch. prostitution by massage and money laundering. BATON ROUGE Law enforcement are committed to Marcus Clayton (left),Ramon Franklin (middle),Kenric Kilbourne(right), Seafood restaurant on Scotland Avenue consumed by flames early Wednesday. Sixteen different divisions helped to bring this case to a close, including EBRSO, BRPD, and the National Guard. Lindsay Blouin, deputy district defender for East Baton Rouge, said she hopes prosecutors seriously consider whether this case should go forward. Multiple massage parlors closed after being raided by sheriff's office for prostitution, Newly released pictures show missing man in downtown BR before his disappearance, Seafood restaurant reduced to pile of rubble after early-morning fire, Roughly 200 employees abruptly laid off at Electronic Arts' Baton Rouge office, St. John's big inning hands Southeastern second straight loss, Coach Kim Mulkey talks LSU's record-tying season. We're here as a community to try and save them. "Whenever someone is arrested, nearly all the evidence against them comes from the word of law enforcement," she said. What happens to their cases? Huge 4th inning powers St. John's past Southeastern. February 2023 was the 10 th warmest on record in the Baton Rouge area, going back to 1892. Gov. HAMMOND, La. Since Acree was arrested, four of his supervisors including the narcotics commander were transferred into uniform patrol, effectively cutting the division in half. Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. BATON ROUGE - Law enforcement says it is continuing to investigate a prostitution ring operating through massage parlors in East Baton Rouge Parish. Coroner Dr. Attempts to reach him this week were unsuccessful. Detectives staked out the area and saw Patterson place a brown parcel box into a vehicle, which they followed back to his apartment, the warrant says. East Baton Rouge Parish leaders and advocates discussed resources and initiatives to support those struggling with opioid addiction Tuesday Feb. 9, 2021, in Baton Rouge, La. BATON ROUGE - Five people were arrested and nearly $1.5 million in cash and drugs were seized during an investigation conducted by the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office Narcotics division over the last several months. February 2023 was the 10 th warmest on record in the Baton Rouge area, going back to 1892. Already in January 2021, officials are reporting the continuation of a trend from 2020, when the number of overdose deaths was double compared to any previous year. "We want to identify those selling to our most vulnerable population as much as possible so we can get them help before it's too late," Moore said during the press conference. After a Baton Rouge police officer was accused of purchasing stolen electronics several weeks ago, he sat down and drafted a memo alleging wid. I (Fentanyl) and possession with intent to distribute schedule I (Heroin). EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH - Deputies have arrested three people, confiscated more than 3,000 lethal doses of fentanyl and nine guns in their latest attempt BATON ROUGE - Law enforcement says it is LSU releases statement after Olivia Dunne's viral TikTok promoting AI essay writer. Some link changes in weather with body aches Gavin Dugas' 9th inning homer lifts No. The East Baton Rouge Sheriffs Office executed two search warrants in reference to a large-scale heroin and fentanyl distribution operation being organized in East Baton Rouge Parish, according to a release from the sheriff's office. (WAFB) - A nearly two-year investigation has resulted in 26 drug-related arrests in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes. street value $490,000), - 4.52 pounds of black tar heroin (approx. East Baton Rouge Parish leaders and advocates discussed resources and initiatives to support those struggling with opioid addiction Tuesday Feb. 9, 2021, in Baton Rouge, La. BRPD officials have declined to comment on the contents of the memo and refused to speculate about what this could mean for the future of the narcotics division itself. LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene gesture at float during Carnival parade. Multiple massage parlors closed after being raided by sheriff's office for prostitution, Newly released pictures show missing man in downtown BR before his disappearance, Seafood restaurant reduced to pile of rubble after early-morning fire, Roughly 200 employees abruptly laid off at Electronic Arts' Baton Rouge office, St. John's big inning hands Southeastern second straight loss, Coach Kim Mulkey talks LSU's record-tying season. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. Port Allen Pelicans basketball team soaring toward fourth-straight state title, Sample duo leading Scotlandville into playoffs, For help accessing the WBRZ-TV Public File, contact: Joey Verrett at, Deputies bust drug ring, 3 people arrested and one person at large. street value $160,000), 2.5 pounds of Fentanyl (approx. Meanwhile Acree is also free on $35,000 bond after his Feb. 26 arrest. The friend told detectives that Acree had given him between eight and 10 THC vape pens in total over several months, with the last delivery arriving about five or six months earlier, according to the warrant. HAMMOND, La. Video from the warehouse on Fellsway Drive, located off Monterrey Boulevard, showed a massive number of marijuana plants under rows of heat lamps. So many of our communitys violent crimes, homicides and overdoses are linked to the distribution of drugs such as these. (BRPROUD) An investigation by the East Baton Rouge Sheriffs Office Narcotics Unit resulted in an arrest and multiple You have permission to edit this article. INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Rape victim ordered to pay her abuser child support. Some link changes in weather with body aches Gavin Dugas' 9th inning homer lifts No. St. Johns batted around in Watch the 2 Your Health report for Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. Huge 4th inning powers St. John's past Southeastern. Mobile homes damaged/flipped over in Pointe Coupee Parish Baton Rouge Drug Bust. Read More. The warrant mentions other detectives who assisted with the investigation, but court records do not indicate whether Acree was one of them. This is the second major bust to happen within the last two weeks in East Baton Rouge Parish. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. All five arrested are facing multiple charges. Our agency, particularly our Narcotics Division, is working tirelessly to eradicate these operations.". Detectives were able to identify numerous individuals selling drugs in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes. Tonja Myles, speaks about Brian Knox showing his picture and bio, who passed away from opiods. Our agency, particularly our Narcotics Division, is working tirelessly to eradicate these operations.. Rochelle Daigle, who co-founded the harm reduction organization Agape Angels and spoke at the press conference, said that she has been in the recovery industry for a long time and has never seen so much involvement from local partners. INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Rape victim ordered to pay her abuser child support. As Daniel Burch does sign interpretation, left, Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome speaks at the lectern as District Attorney Hillar Moore III, right, watches. -Possession with intent to distribute (Marijuana)-Possession with intent to distribute (Pylicybine)-Cultivation of marijuana-Possession of drug paraphernaliaCarmen Coetzee, 30, -Possession of cocaine-Possession with intent to distribute (Marijuana)-Possession of a firearm with controlled dangerous substancesMichael Conway, 30, -Possession with intent to distribute (Marijuana), One of the locations targeted was described as Layous' apartment. Patterson, 25, was released on $17,500 bond not long after his arrest. 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