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: His arraignment was scheduled for Wednesday morning, but Patterson failed to appear in court and was issued a bench warrant. HAMMOND, La. 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? 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. of a Firearm with CDS (4 counts), Kenric Kilbourne (dob 8-10-1987)Poss. Anyone with information should call 225-683-5459. 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. 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. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. 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. Some link changes in weather with body aches Gavin Dugas' 9th inning homer lifts No. Rochelle Daigle knows too many people who died this year from an overdose. INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Rape victim ordered to pay her abuser child support. WebEBRSO arrests 5 in $1.5M drug, weapons bust. 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. street value $62,000)-19.71 ounces of Keef (high grade marijuana powder)-16.5 ounces of THC wax-310 ML of Psilocybin spores-254 grams of Psilocybin-26 vials of LSD (2600 dosage units)-5.4 grams of MDMA powder-9mm FN handgun-10mm Glock handgun-.380 Taurus handgun. 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. Email Lea Skene at [email protected]. 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. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. So many of our communitys violent crimes, homicides and overdoses are linked to the distribution of drugs such as these. LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene gesture at float during Carnival parade. BATON ROUGE - Days after LSU gymnast and Wednesday PM Forecast: record warmth to break with late week cold front. It includes some detailed accusations against Acree that were later corroborated in his arrest warrant. Seafood restaurant on Scotland Avenue consumed by flames early Wednesday. 4 (3 counts)PWITD. 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. This has proven deadly in a community that has been fighting an opioid epidemic for the better part of a decade. of Sch. You have permission to edit this article. After BRPD corruption probe halts 100+ cases, will narcotics officers change who they arrest? "Eliminating the illegal use and sale of narcotics in our communities is something state police is committed to. A related arrests occurred at Vivian Therapy Spa where Lu Xiuping was arrested for Prostitution by massage. The investigation began in February of 2016. 2 (22 counts)PWITD. Seafood restaurant on Scotland Avenue consumed by flames early Wednesday. Sara Wilson, Michael Fields, Vincent Hayes Jr., Jaylen Wheelock, Marquis Bradley, and Jermaine Drewery have also been arrested. Among them: Acree told other detectives that he would deliver marijuana to his friend, who enjoys smoking it. So many of our communitys violent crimes, homicides and overdoses are linked to the distribution of drugs such as these. You have permission to edit this article. 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. 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. Xiuping was charged withprostitution by massage and money laundering. Copyright 2021 WAFB. The investigation into Acree started with tips from another narcotics officer facing misconduct accusations of his own. 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." According to the memo, Acree said he also brought the friend THC vape pens "because they are his favorite.". So many of our communitys violent crimes, homicides and overdoses are linked to the distribution of drugs such as these. 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. Huge 4th inning powers St. John's past Southeastern. Then came an unexpected turn of events: BRPD narcotics officer Jason Acree was accused of stealing some of the drugs confiscated from the sting and giving them to his friend. Despite containing details that suggest those vape pens came from the Patterson sting, the warrant stops short of making a direct connection. 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. A narcotics officer with the Baton Rouge Police Department was booked into jail Friday night, accused of stealing drugs seized as evidence and. A second related arrest occurred atVape Town Vape Shop where Lovepreet Singh was arrested on a charge of Distribution of Schedule I Narcotics. Our agency, particularly our Narcotics Division, is working tirelessly to eradicate these operations.. Coroner Dr. After a Baton Rouge police officer was accused of purchasing stolen electronics several weeks ago, he sat down and drafted a memo alleging wid. BATON ROUGE, La. Detectives were able to identify numerous individuals selling drugs in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes. The emergency room visits involving drugs in 2022 have already surpassed each of the previous three years. 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. )420 dosage units of Alprozolam/XanaxApproximate street value of the seized narcotics: $85,000, Marcus Clayton (dob 9-4-76)Dist. The other addresses were said to be a stash/distribution location, a "grow warehouse" and a "grow residence.". 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. 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. 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. Baton Rouge drug bust nets $1.3M in heroin, EBRSO says; other drugs, gun also seized. Webebrso drug bust Michael Anthony James (EBRSO) By WAFB Staff Published: Mar. Beau Clark, left, speaks as District Attorney Hillar Moore III, right, watches. Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. The Baton Rouge DEA Task Force and DEA Houston assisted the sheriff's office. street value $15,400), 1 pound of methamphetamine (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? 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. 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. "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. 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. By working alongside our local law enforcement agencies on cases such as these, we can help reduce illegal narcotics use across our state," said LSP Superintendent Col. Kevin Reeves. Ronald Thibodeaux Jr., also arrested for possession, was found with five. Some link changes in weather with body aches Gavin Dugas' 9th inning homer lifts No. Baton Rouge Police investigate the scene of a homicide on Spain St. Wednesday, January 27, 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. LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene gesture at float during Carnival parade. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Lane. 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, "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,, So many of our communitys violent crimes, homicides and overdoses are linked to the distribution of drugs such as these. "Whenever someone is arrested, nearly all the evidence against them comes from the word of law enforcement," she said. After record-breaking year of drug overdose deaths, 2021 looks to be the same or worse. 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. Coroner Dr. street value $490,000), - 4.52 pounds of black tar heroin (approx. 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. Newly released pictures show missing man in downtown BR before his disappearance, Seafood restaurant on Scotland Avenue consumed by flames early Wednesday. Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department documented the biggest drug bust in its history on Tuesday and officials expect Mexican cartels are to blame. 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. February 22, 2023. But the warrant also includes somewhat murkier allegations concerning THC vape pens. Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. 18, 2021 at 8:43 PM CDT Autoplay. Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. You have permission to edit this article. Beau Clark, at lectern center top, speaks at the press conference. LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene gesture at float during Carnival parade. 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. Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. 4 (Alprazolam)Poss. "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. 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. All rights reserved. Sch. street value $7,200), 29 pounds of marijuana (approx. Our agency, particularly our Narcotics Division, is working tirelessly to eradicate these operations.. St. Johns batted around in Watch the 2 Your Health report for Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. 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. 1 LSU baseball over Texas. 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 Read More. 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. 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. WebMar 13, 2021 - 10:45 am When Baton Rouge police staked out a suspected drug deal and came away with large amounts of marijuana and three guns, Kelvin Patterson told After drug overdose deaths in East Baton Rouge Parish nearly doubled in 2020 compared to the previous year, local officials are worried that 2021 is off to an even worse start. He claimed officers routinely stopped and searched Black people without probable cause, planted drugs on suspects and coerced prostitutes into setting up drug dealers. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. 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February 2023 was the 10 th warmest on record in the Baton Rouge area, going back to 1892. 2Poss. 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. The warrant mentions other detectives who assisted with the investigation, but court records do not indicate whether Acree was one of them. HAMMOND, La. 27, 2021 at 1:35 PM PDT BATON ROUGE, La. Attempts to reach him this week were unsuccessful. Approximately $90,577 worth of illegal drugs, along with 21 illegal firearms,wereseized as part of the investigation. WebBATON ROUGE, La. Local officials hosted a press conference Tuesday toaddress the trend and announce new efforts to help people struggling with addiction. The sheriff's of Sch. 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. -2887 Cedarcrest Ave-2854 Fellsway Drive-Glennsade Drive-11011 Cal Road #78, -26524 Todd Drive, Walker-16945 S. Goodtime Road, French Settlement. street value $84,000), -13 pounds of powder cocaine (approx. "These individuals are no longer with us today. 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. "These are bright people with great families in unfortunate situations. 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. EBRSO officials say , the warrants resulted in the arrest of Michael Anthony James, 49, for possession with intent to distribute schedule. These are situations that put the staff potentially at risk, Doucet said. 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. INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Rape victim ordered to pay her abuser child support. 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. During the investigation detectives conducted investigations of several suspects and several target locations, which are listed below. St. Johns batted around in Watch the 2 Your Health report for Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. 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. All rights reserved. A total of seven search warrants were obtained and executed, and the agencies that participated in the investigation included Zachary PD Detectives/ Narcotics, LSP Narcotics, LSP Fugitive Team, DELTA Narcotics Task Force, and EBRSO SWAT. The locations raided include the following. 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. 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. 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. Items seized at the EBR properties included: -$48,836 (pending seizure)-Approximately 920 marijuana plants-31.2 pounds of marijuana (approx. During this investigation, 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. 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. 26 people arrested as part of multi-parish drug bust, LSU WR Malik Nabers arrested in New Orleans; prosecutors refuse to charge with condition. 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. "These numbers represent 245 of our friends, our neighbors, our loved ones," said East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome. 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. Tonja Myles, left, speaks as people hold pictures of friends and family that have passed on because of opiods, right. The joint narcotics investigation involved Court records show no additional arrests were made in the case. 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. 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. Web(WAFB) - A nearly two-year investigation has resulted in 26 drug-related arrests in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes. 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. Half of BRPD's narcotics division was arrested or transferred. Seth Sinclair wrote in the warrant. "We get callous to people passing away from addiction, but every single time it knocks me off my feet," she said. WebUpdated: Jul 13, 2021 / 08:29 PM CDT BATON ROUGE, La. Sch. Seafood restaurant reduced to pile of rubble after early-morning fire, Roughly 200 employees abruptly laid off at Electronic Arts' Baton Rouge office. 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. Three people are still wanted by the Zachary Police Department. February 2023 was the 10 th warmest on record in the Baton Rouge area, going back to 1892. Jeremiah Ardoin alleged more widespread corruption after he was arrested in December and issued a misdemeanor summons for buying stolen property. 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 - 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. So many of our communitys violent crimes, homicides and overdoses are linked to the distribution of drugs such as these. An array of ballistic vests and firearms were confiscated during the arrest as well. Many more criminal cases could also be affected amid an ongoing corruption probe focused on the BRPD narcotics division. Beau Clark, and BRPD Chief Murphy Paul, watch. 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. 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