Updated: WebOn September 19, 2021, the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office detectives began investigating the theft of a John Deere "Compact Track Loader" piece of machinery valued at approximately $80,000. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Lane. As a result of this investigation, EBRSO Narcotics with the assistance of EBRSO K-9, executed three-search warrants on Tuesday and discovered the following illegal items: $216,497 (pending seizure)7 handguns1 AR style rifle44 Fentanyl patches2,379 dosage units of Oxycodone806 dosage units of Oxymorphone103 dosage units of Hydrocodone1500 Suboxone strips (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. In this room, you're looking at over 200 years worth of sobriety 200 years of combined. 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. 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. Seafood restaurant on Scotland Avenue consumed by flames early Wednesday. street value $15,400), -1 pound of methamphetamine (approx. 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. The wanted person is: The drugs seized during this investigation include: Copyright 2018WAFB. All rights reserved. You have permission to edit this article. HAMMOND, La. WebSince January 2021, EBRSO Narcotics has conducted a long term investigation into the narcotics distribution network operated by Frank Beauchamp. It includes some detailed accusations against Acree that were later corroborated in his arrest warrant. That timeline roughly matches up with Patterson's Sept. 29 arrest. Department leaders have not indicated whether they expect more officers to be arrested or disciplined. "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. Baton Rouge drug bust nets $1.3M in heroin, EBRSO says; other drugs, gun also seized. The virus has caused people to isolate themselves, limiting their access to drug treatment and making it more difficult for them to seek help. 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. 2 (Oxycodone)PWITD Sch. February 2023 was the 10 th warmest on record in the Baton Rouge area, going back to 1892. 1 LSU baseball over Texas. When an officer loses credibility, "justice requires that every single case they touched be reviewed through that lens to protect every impacted person's constitutional rights.". WebEast Baton Rouge Parish leaders and advocates discussed resources and initiatives to support those struggling with opioid addiction Tuesday Feb. 9, 2021, in Baton Rouge, February 2023 was the 10 th warmest on record in the Baton Rouge area, going back to 1892. 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. LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene gesture at float during Carnival parade. 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. As of Aug. 12, there have been six overdose deaths in Pointe Coupee. Detectives identified 74 year old Murphy Martin of Loranger, La as a suspect in the case. Beau Clark, watch. Local officials hosted a press conference Tuesday toaddress the trend and announce new efforts to help people struggling with addiction. The items seized during the drug bust and the details regarding the arrest are listed below. During the investigation BRPD located the victims decomposed body on the property where he was last seen purchasing and using drugs. When asked by his colleague about the stolen marijuana, Acree said he was giving it to a friend who "also likes to use vape pens that contain THC" according to the warrant. 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. So many of our communitys violent crimes, homicides and overdoses are linked to the distribution of drugs such as these. The "Whenever You Are Ready" initiative provides push cards that list contact information for substance abuse treatment; "Ride or Die" will help transport people to treatment facilities; and, on "Sober Saturdays," outreach teams will dispatch to hotspot neighborhoods to directly connect with people seeking treatment and resources. of Sch. WebAs a result of this investigation, EBRSO Narcotics with the assistance of EBRSO K-9, executed three-search warrants on Tuesday and discovered the following illegal items: Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research 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. Several of the highest-ranking detectives in the BRPD narcotics division are being reassigned to other positions within the department after t, "There are still too many questions at this time," Moore said. According to the memo, Acree said he also brought the friend THC vape pens "because they are his favorite.". The joint narcotics investigation involved Louisiana State Police, the East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office, and the Zachary Police Department. He claimed officers routinely stopped and searched Black people without probable cause, planted drugs on suspects and coerced prostitutes into setting up drug dealers. Ronald Thibodeaux Jr., also arrested for possession, was found with five. BY JACQUELINE DeROBERTIS and LEA SKENE | Staff writers. 1 (Marijuana), Ramon Franklin (dob 6-21-80)Poss. When investigators with the Baton Rouge Police Department found evidence that a narcotics officer had purchased stolen electronics several wee. BATON ROUGE - Days after LSU gymnast and Wednesday PM Forecast: record warmth to break with late week cold front. Other questions:subscriberservices@theadvocate.com. "It's hard to answer whether this case will be complicated by Acree. INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Rape victim ordered to pay her abuser child support. In addition to accusing Acree of stealing evidence, Ardoin alleged other illegal activity within the narcotics division. All rights reserved. The departments involved in the bust included EBRSO K-9, DEA Baton Rouge Task Force Agents, and EBRSO Uniform. 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. 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. Despite containing details that suggest those vape pens came from the Patterson sting, the warrant stops short of making a direct connection. 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. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Lane. Lindsay Blouin, deputy district defender for East Baton Rouge, said she hopes prosecutors seriously consider whether this case should go forward. 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. EBRSO Narcotics identified the group's leaders, "King of Zion" and "Madd Marvin," as Clyde Jones and Marvin Payne. All rights reserved. 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? Copyright 2021 WAFB. Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. Web(WAFB) - A nearly two-year investigation has resulted in 26 drug-related arrests in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes. Anyone with information should call 225-654-9393. "These are bright people with great families in unfortunate situations. WebBATON 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. Our agency, particularly our Narcotics Division, is working tirelessly to eradicate these operations.. February 22, 2023. 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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 (Fentanyl) and possession with intent to distribute schedule I (Heroin). North Platte Woman Sentenced for Drug Trafficking Crime. Other questions:subscriberservices@theadvocate.com. WebZACHARY - 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 The warrant mentions other detectives who assisted with the investigation, but court records do not indicate whether Acree was one of them. The warrants resulted in the arrest of Michael James, 49, for possession with the intent to distribute heroin and fentanyl. 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. They both face multiple charges of Possession with Intent to Distribute. Anyone with information should call 225-683-5459. 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Our agency, particularly our Narcotics Division, is working tirelessly to eradicate these operations.. His arraignment was scheduled for Wednesday morning, but Patterson failed to appear in court and was issued a bench warrant. "Eliminating the illegal use and sale of narcotics in our communities is something state police is committed to. 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 Our agency, particularly our Narcotics Division, is working tirelessly to eradicate these operations.". Gov. 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. street value $7,200), 29 pounds of marijuana (approx. 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. The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office seized more than $1.5 million in cash and drugs, 12 guns, and four ballistic vests The other addresses were said to be a stash/distribution location, a "grow warehouse" and a "grow residence.". Many more criminal cases could also be affected amid an ongoing corruption probe focused on the BRPD narcotics division. A second related arrest occurred atVape Town Vape Shop where Lovepreet Singh was arrested on a charge of Distribution of Schedule I Narcotics. The arrest warrant for Acree specifically accuses him of stealing marijuana seized from the sting involving Patterson. WebMore 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. 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. 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. Sch. INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Rape victim ordered to pay her abuser child support. 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. Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. BATON ROUGE - Law enforcement says it is continuing to investigate a prostitution ring operating through massage parlors in East Baton Rouge Parish. February 2023 was the 10 th warmest on record in the Baton Rouge area, going back to 1892. Both police investigators and prosecutors will seek to determine whether this alleged corruption indicates a longstanding problem in the division or one that took shape more recently. Other attendees included people in recovery, advocates and families who have lost loved ones to drug overdoses. 4 (3 counts)PWITD. When Baton Rouge police staked out a suspected drug deal and came away with large amounts of marijuana and three guns, Kelvin Patterson told detectives the drugs and weapons belonged to him, court records show. WebDeputies bust capital area drug ring, raid warehouses loaded with marijuana March 17, 2021 11:36 AM in News Source: WBRZ By: WBRZ Staff Volume 90% BATON ROUGE - 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. 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. Sch. Beau Clark, at lectern center top, speaks at the press conference. 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. Items seized at the EBR properties included: -$48,836 (pending seizure)-Approximately 920 marijuana plants-31.2 pounds of marijuana (approx. Webebrso drug bust Michael Anthony James (EBRSO) By WAFB Staff Published: Mar. Read More. BATON ROUGE, La. Deputies said they seized the following items: -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. street value $160,000), -2.5 pounds of Fentanyl (approx. St. Johns batted around in Watch the 2 Your Health report for Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. Sch. As Daniel Burch does sign interpretation, left, Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome speaks at the lectern as District Attorney Hillar Moore III, right, watches. 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. Caption. We have a lot more investigating to do.". 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. According to EBRSO, 40 pounds of heroin, 2.4 pounds of Fentanyl, over 1, 000 pressed heroin pills, 4.8 pounds of suspected synthetic cutting agents, hydraulic Kilo heroin press were seized from the locations. Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. 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BATON ROUGE - Sheriff's deputies uncovered a ring of illegal marijuana growers across two parishes Wednesday. Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department documented the biggest drug bust in its history on Tuesday and officials expect Mexican cartels are to blame. 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. Court records show no additional arrests were made in the case. 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. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Lane, Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. 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Detectives were able to identify numerous individuals selling drugs in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes. This is the second major bust to happen within the last two weeks in East Baton Rouge Parish. St. Johns batted around in Watch the 2 Your Health report for Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Rape victim ordered to pay her abuser child support. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. News. 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. After a Baton Rouge police officer was accused of purchasing stolen electronics several weeks ago, he sat down and drafted a memo alleging wid. He noted that most narcotics detectives have a high volume of arrests because of the nature of their job. 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. The department arrested Acree late last month on marijuana distribution and malfeasance in office. 2Poss. Since Acree was arrested, four of his supervisors including the narcotics commander were transferred into uniform patrol, effectively cutting the division in half. "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. of Sch. 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 East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office said the bust was a joint operation involving the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana State Police, Pike County Sheriff's Office and DEA Task Force. Patterson, 25, was released on $17,500 bond not long after his arrest. There were seven drug overdose deaths in both 2020 and 2021. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Lane. prostitution by massage and money laundering. Huge 4th inning powers St. John's past Southeastern. Over half a million dollars in heroin and crack and 19 different firearms were seized. East Baton Rouge District Attorney Hillar Moore III announced in March that his office was dropping 640 drug and weapons charges filed against 115 defendants. 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 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. 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. "These numbers represent 245 of our friends, our neighbors, our loved ones," said East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome. Half of BRPD's narcotics division was arrested or transferred. 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. Beau Clark, and BRPD Chief Murphy Paul, watch. 26 people arrested as part of multi-parish drug bust, LSU WR Malik Nabers arrested in New Orleans; prosecutors refuse to charge with condition. The locations raided include the following. Sch. 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. An array of ballistic vests and firearms were confiscated during the arrest as well. "We get callous to people passing away from addiction, but every single time it knocks me off my feet," she said. So many of our communitys violent crimes, homicides and overdoses are linked to the distribution of drugs such as these. Five people were taken into custody in East Baton Rouge on drug charges including 37-year-old Assad Layous, who was described as the "main target" of the bust. 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. Police say Bryan McCauley, Katrina Martin, and Bennett "B.J." 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? Already, 22 people have died from an overdose this year, withtoxicology screens still pending for upwards of 20 more, according to East Baton Rouge Parish Coroner Dr. William "Beau" Clark. street value $7,200), -29 pounds of marijuana (approx. 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