New Orleans Resident Pleads Guilty to Drug Conspiracy. As of Aug. 12, there have been six overdose deaths in Pointe Coupee. 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? 1 LSU baseball over Texas. 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 fivegrams of marijuana, items to start an in-home marijuana grow, illegal pills, and promethazine. Coroner Dr. Jeremiah Ardoin alleged more widespread corruption after he was arrested in December and issued a misdemeanor summons for buying stolen property. In reviewing the Patterson case, Moore said prosecutors are trying to pinpoint the exact connection to Acree and his alleged misconduct, which will determine whether the charges against Patterson are dropped or changed. 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. Chelsea Tullier Stewart died six months ago in Baton Rouge of a drug overdose from a mixture of heroin and the powerful synthetic opioid fentanyl. As Daniel Burch does sign interpretation, left, Tonja Myles, at lectern, speaks while, from behind left, District Attorney Hillar Moore III, Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome, Coroner Dr. If the deaths continue on pace, 2021 could surpass last year's record number of 245 lives lost to drug overdoses, the vast majority involving opioids. Many more criminal cases could also be affected amid an ongoing corruption probe focused on the BRPD narcotics division. HAMMOND, La. 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. Police say Bryan McCauley, Katrina Martin, and Bennett "B.J." Baton Rouge drug bust nets $1.3M in heroin, EBRSO says; other drugs, gun also seized. Email Alyssa Berry at aberry@theadvocate.com. BATON 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. 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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 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. BATON ROUGE - Sheriff's deputies uncovered a ring of illegal marijuana growers across two parishes Wednesday. Huge 4th inning powers St. John's past Southeastern. LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene gesture at float during Carnival parade, Man found guilty of murder for 2018 party shooting. 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. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. 1 LSU baseball over Texas. The sting was launched after BRPD narcotics detectives received a tip from an anonymous source that Patterson would be sending someone to pick up drugs from an address off Florida Street the afternoon of Sept. 29, according to his arrest warrant. The agency, which is the largest government-funded provider of mental health and addiction services in the region, has developed a toolkit for churches to better help their members affected by addiction. HAMMOND, La. 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. Investigators noted in the report that THC vape pens were among the evidence seized from Patterson after detectives opened the parcel box and searched his Mid City apartment. He was quickly booked into jail. The joint narcotics investigation involved WebPublished: Mar. 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. INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Rape victim ordered to pay her abuser child support. Beau Clark, at lectern center top, speaks at the press conference. According to the memo, Acree said he also brought the friend THC vape pens "because they are his favorite.". Firearm with CDSPWITD Sch. During the investigation BRPD located the victims decomposed body on the property where he was last seen purchasing and using drugs. The emergency room visits involving drugs in 2022 have already surpassed each of the previous three years. street value $240,000), 14 ounces of crack cocaine (approx. I am extremely proud of the work that every officer with each agency involved put into this lengthy investigation. Items seized at the EBR properties included: -$48,836 (pending seizure)-Approximately 920 marijuana plants-31.2 pounds of marijuana (approx. Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. 5 (Promethazine)Poss. Now he faces a rare murder charge. 3 (2 counts)PWITD. street value $240,000), -14 ounces of crack cocaine (approx. Detectives identified 74 year old Murphy Martin of Loranger, La as a suspect in the case. Detectives were able to identify numerous individuals selling drugs in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes. The virus has caused people to isolate themselves, limiting their access to drug treatment and making it more difficult for them to seek help. "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. 888 illegal THC Products and $887.00 U.S. Currency. 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. 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. Anyone with information should call 225-654-9393. Baton Rouge Police investigate the scene of a homicide on Spain St. Wednesday, January 27, 2021, in Baton Rouge, La. Authorities say the EBRSO Narcotics Division conducted an investigation into an alleged prescription drug distribution network operated by Marcus Clayton and two accomplices named Kenric Kilbourne and Ramon Franklin. 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. February 2023 was the 10 th warmest on record in the Baton Rouge area, going back to 1892. 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. 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? The initiatives, which focus on serving people going through every stage of addiction, whether or not they are ready to try treatment, are privately funded and supported by parish officials. Our agency, particularly our Narcotics Division, is working tirelessly to eradicate these operations., Deputies bust drug ring, 3 people arrested and one person at large. Given the potential mishandling of evidence, the case against Patterson now faces an uncertain future. BY JACQUELINE DeROBERTIS and LEA SKENE | Staff writers. "We want to help. "We are losing people every day," Myles said. street value $160,000), 2.5 pounds of Fentanyl (approx. The other addresses were said to be a stash/distribution location, a "grow warehouse" and a "grow residence.". Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. As Daniel Burch does sign interpretation, left, Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome laughs while showing her mask after an announcement reminding library patrons to wear their masks. WebSince January 2021, EBRSO Narcotics has conducted a long term investigation into the narcotics distribution network operated by Frank Beauchamp. LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene gesture at float during Carnival parade. The items seized during the drug bust and the details regarding the arrest are listed below. The officers could end up on what prosecutors call a "Brady list" of cops considered untruthful or otherwise untrustworthy information that prosecutors would have to disclose to defense attorneys in the future. The department arrested Acree late last month on marijuana distribution and malfeasance in office. But the warrant also includes somewhat murkier allegations concerning THC vape pens. The arrest warrant for Acree specifically accuses him of stealing marijuana seized from the sting involving Patterson. This has proven deadly in a community that has been fighting an opioid epidemic for the better part of a decade. Three people are still wanted by the Zachary Police Department. BATON ROUGE - Pennington Biomedical Research Center is Wednesday PM Forecast: record warmth to break with late week cold front. (WAFB) - On Saturday, March 27, EBRSO The departments involved in the bust included EBRSO K-9, DEA Baton Rouge Task Force Agents, and EBRSO Uniform. Whittington were arrested on drug charges and found to be in possession of 459 illegal pills, 14.86g of Methamphetamine, 3g of heroin, 4.06g of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, as well as $701. After BRPD corruption probe halts 100+ cases, will narcotics officers change who they arrest? EBRSO Narcotics identified the group's leaders, "King of Zion" and "Madd Marvin," as Clyde Jones and Marvin Payne. An array of ballistic vests and firearms were confiscated during the arrest as well. Unlike with the coronavirus pandemic, the majority of people who lost their lives are 40 or younger. The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office said it raided six properties across EBR and Livingston parishes, including warehouses where deputies found grow set-ups inside. There was a problem saving your notification. Banks was charged along with twenty other individuals in connection with an extensive federal, state, and local investigation by the Middle District Organized Crime and Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) aimed at a drug trafficking organization FreeBandz based and operating in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. A second related arrest occurred atVape Town Vape Shop where Lovepreet Singh was arrested on a charge of Distribution of Schedule I Narcotics. We have a lot more investigating to do.". Web(WAFB) - A nearly two-year investigation has resulted in 26 drug-related arrests in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes. Sch. The increase was especially pronounced among women of color. February 2023 was the 10 th warmest on record in the Baton Rouge area, going back to 1892. "Eliminating the illegal use and sale of narcotics in our communities is something state police is committed to. BATON ROUGE, La. 1 LSU baseball over Texas. street value $7,200), -29 pounds of marijuana (approx. BATON ROUGE - Days after LSU gymnast and Wednesday PM Forecast: record warmth to break with late week cold front. There was a problem saving your notification. 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. 18, 2021 at 8:43 PM CDT Autoplay. Sch. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Lane, Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. 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. Read More. 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. In this room, you're looking at over 200 years worth of sobriety 200 years of combined. Sch. She said the goal is to give churches the tools to provide adequate support for people turning to their religious communities, desperate for a solution to their own addiction or wondering how to help someone else. He noted that most narcotics detectives have a high volume of arrests because of the nature of their job. 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. As Daniel Burch does sign interpretation, left, BRPD Chief Murphy Paul, at lectern, speaks while, from behind left, District Attorney Hillar Moore III, Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome, Tonja Myles, and Coroner Dr. 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. Beau Clark, watch. 4 (3 counts)PWITD. Sixteen different divisions helped to bring this case to a close, including EBRSO, BRPD, and the National Guard. District Attorney Hillar Moore III, at lectern speaks while, from behind left, Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome, Tonja Myles, and Coroner Dr. 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. (WAFB) - EBRSO Narcotics was provided information from another agency investigation of an overdose death, which possibly occurred on July 22, 2021. The locations raided include the following. 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. Our agency, particularly our Narcotics Division, is working tirelessly to eradicate these operations.. 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. "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. Although his three roommates were also home when the apartment was searched and one drove the vehicle transporting the parcel box, Patterson "claimed sole responsibility and knowledge of all THC scheduled items," Sgt. All rights reserved. There were seven drug overdose deaths in both 2020 and 2021. St. Johns batted around in Watch the 2 Your Health report for Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. "These individuals are no longer with us today. Large heroin distribution operation in EBR parish busted, LSU WR Malik Nabers arrested in New Orleans; prosecutors refuse to charge with condition, EBRSO arrest 3 after months-long investigation, one at large. INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Rape victim ordered to pay her abuser child support. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. EBRSO arrests 5 in $1.5M drug, weapons bust, (East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office), Convicted felon in possession of a firearm, 14 pounds of powder heroin (approx. The memo, which Ardoin wrote soon after his arrest, was provided to the police chief and other department leaders in late December, a source confirmed to The Advocate. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene gesture at float during Carnival parade, Man found guilty of murder for 2018 party shooting, More than 50 cameras going up around Baton Rouge as part of Page-Rice Camera Initiative. Xiuping was charged withprostitution by massage and money laundering. 2 (2 counts)Poss. The sheriff's office said it discovered the drug ring after getting a tip from the Pike County Sheriff's Office in Mississippi. St. Johns batted around in Watch the 2 Your Health report for Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. Email Lea Skene at lskene@theadvocate.com. Tonja Myles, left, speaks as people hold pictures of friends and family that have passed on because of opiods, right. February 22, 2023. Sch. In response to the steadily rising numbers, Tonja Myles, a local advocate who has been in recovery for more than three decades, announced a handful of new initiatives aimed at preventing overdose deaths and providing critical support to those in the throes of addiction. You have permission to edit this article. During the investigation detectives conducted investigations of several suspects and several target locations, which are listed below. BATON ROUGE - Days after LSU gymnast and Wednesday PM Forecast: record warmth to break with late week cold front. The investigation into Acree started with tips from another narcotics officer facing misconduct accusations of his own. 1 LSU baseball over Texas. While the overuse of prescription drugs and heroin marked the early days of the opioid crisis, Clark has seen more and more deaths where dealers either combine fentanyl with heroin or pass it off as another drug both with deadly consequences. BATON ROUGE - Days after LSU gymnast and Wednesday PM Forecast: record warmth to break with late week cold front. We're here as a community to try and save them. 'Frightening' spike in East Baton Rouge drug overdose deaths in 2020: Over 200 lives lost, Organization formed by women in recovery helps people with addiction without judgement, His fentanyl-laced heroin killed a Baton Rouge woman, police say. Sch. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. North Platte Woman Sentenced for Drug Trafficking Crime. He claimed officers routinely stopped and searched Black people without probable cause, planted drugs on suspects and coerced prostitutes into setting up drug dealers. (WAFB) - On Saturday, March 27, EBRSO Narcotics executed two search warrants in reference to a large heroin/fentanyl distribution being operated in East Baton Rouge parish. 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. 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. Coroner Dr. grams of marijuana, items to start an in-home marijuana grow, illegal pills, and promethazine. Citing data that show it often takes years or decades for people to achieve lasting sobriety, Myles said "that's where the faith part comes in." 616 and at a Storage Unit on Sherwood Forrest Drive. prostitution by massage and money laundering. Some link changes in weather with body aches Gavin Dugas' 9th inning homer lifts No. Officials added they also confiscated 12 guns and four ballistic vests. Approximately $90,577 worth of illegal drugs, along with 21 illegal firearms,wereseized as part of the investigation. BATON ROUGE, La. 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. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Lane. Our agency, particularly our Narcotics Division, is working tirelessly to eradicate these operations.. The sheriff's INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Rape victim ordered to pay her abuser child support. Baton Rouge narcotics sting leads to 5 arrests, more than $1.5M in drugs, guns, cash seized, 40pounds of heroin, with an approximate street value of $1.3 million. 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. street value $15,400), -1 pound of methamphetamine (approx. A narcotics officer with the Baton Rouge Police Department was booked into jail Friday night, accused of stealing drugs seized as evidence and. Seafood restaurant reduced to pile of rubble after early-morning fire, Roughly 200 employees abruptly laid off at Electronic Arts' Baton Rouge office. HAMMOND, La. 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. 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. Department leaders have not indicated whether they expect more officers to be arrested or disciplined. EBRSO officials say , the warrants resulted in the arrest of Michael Anthony James, 49, for possession with intent to distribute schedule. He was formally charged in January with possession with intent to distribute marijuana and illegal carrying of weapons with drugs. You have permission to edit this article. News. A public defender has been appointed to represent Patterson, who has no prior criminal history in Baton Rouge, according to online court records. We can't stand to continue to lose hundreds of our residents each year to this opioid epidemic.". street value $84,000), 13 pounds of powder cocaine (approx. BATON ROUGE, La. Deputies said they seized the following items: -14 pounds of powder heroin (approx. 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? Press Release. 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, said Sheriff Sid Gautreaux. On October 27, 2020, Travis R. James, age 30, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the leader of this drug trafficking organization, appeared before U.S. Chief Judge Shelly D. Dick and pled guilty to conspiracy to distribute one or more kilograms of heroin, five or more kilograms of cocaine, and 280 grams or more of crack cocaine; conspiracy to launder