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Yahoo
29-05-2025
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2 arrested after meth, guns, cash, found in major drug bust in Livingston Parish
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Two people were arrested after Livingston Parish deputies found multiple illegal substances, guns and cash during a drug bust. According to Sheriff Jason Ard, the investigation began after the Narcotics Division received an anonymous tip that Jametheron Tate, 39, also known as 'GEE,' was distributing methamphetamine in the Denham Springs area while living on Colonial Drive. 'Our investigation led to our team securing a search warrant for his residence,' Ard said. Baton Rouge police make arrest in McDonald's shooting On May 27, agents executed the warrant. They found a large amount of drugs and other illegal items in the house. Items seized include: Approximately 63 grams of fentanyl powder. Approximately 16.2 grams of methamphetamine. Approximately 123.2 grams of marijuana. Around 300 dosage units of tadalafil. Four firearms. $1,480 in U.S. currency. Packaging materials and digital scales. Tate was booked into the Livingston Parish Detention Center on multiple charges: Sale, possession, or distribution of legend drugs with a secured personal surety bond set at $500. Possession of drug paraphernalia with a $500 bond. Possession with intent to distribute Schedule I controlled dangerous substances with a $50,000 bond. Possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substances with a $100,000 bond. Possession of a firearm in the presence of controlled dangerous substances. Paisley Fobb, 36, who was reportedly connected to the ongoing investigation, was also arrested. Authorities said the investigation remains open. Supreme Court narrows scope of environmental reviews in Utah railroad case See fish kills in Louisiana? Here's how to report it to LDWF Red Stick Mom shares summer fun guide for Baton Rouge families Former NICU nurse accused of abusing babies now allowed to see brother's children Federal court blocks most of President Trump's tariffs Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
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Somerset deputies arrest man accused of getting into car with backpack holding drugs
SOMERSET, Ky. (FOX 56) — A drug investigation on Thursday led to a Somerset man being accused of having a backpack that contained methamphetamine, marijuana, and pills during a search on Tuesday. According to the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office, it all started with the Narcotics Division on Tuesday, April 28, at a local Red Roof Inn. Somerset deputies arrest man accused of getting into car with backpack holding drugs 1 charged in connection with Franklin County house fire that killed 2 teens Having stake in the race: How to bet on the Kentucky Derby Investigators said multiple people went in and out of the building throughout the morning before Robert Glen Coomer, 41, of Somerset, walked out of a room with a backpack and got into the passenger door of a car before heading onto Highway 914. Authorities following Coomer noted the vehicle he was a passenger in had a 'verify proof' status for its insurance. Detectives saw that the vehicle was going faster than the posted speed limit, so they pulled it over. Court documents show that deputies asked the driver to search the vehicle, which the driver consented to. Law enforcement found a backpack that allegedly belonged to Coomer, holding 107.6 grams of suspected methamphetamine, marijuana, a hydrocodone tablet, digital scales, baggies, and a glass smoking pipe. He allegedly had $463 in his front pocket. Coomer was arrested and charged with: Trafficking in greater than or equal to 2 grams of methamphetamine Possession of drug paraphernalia Possession of marijuana Possession of an unspecified controlled substance He was lodged in the Pulaski County Detention Center on a $20,000 bond. Lexington eatery makes OpenTable's 'Top 100 Brunch Restaurants' in the US Study: Kentucky is the toughest state to own an EV in Study: It costs over $200K to raise a child over 18 years in Kentucky The drug investigation remains ongoing. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
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Alto couple arrested for large amounts of drugs, guns, and cash in home
The Brief Jonathan Clayton Burrell of Cornelia and Kateland Elaine Heffner of Cleveland were arrested on Feb. 11 during a search warrant execution at a home on Kitchens Road in Alto. Authorities confiscated large amounts of marijuana, THC concentrates, edibles, two firearms, and cash. Both suspects face multiple felony charges and remain in custody at the Habersham County Detention Center. HABERSHAM COUNTY, Ga. - A two-week investigation into illegal drug activity in Habersham County resulted in the arrest of two suspects, the seizure of drugs, firearms, cash, and two vehicles, and an ongoing effort to combat narcotics distribution in the area. What we know The Habersham County Sheriff's Office Narcotics Division, along with the Appalachian Regional Drug Enforcement Office and Special Operations Unit, executed a search warrant at 550 Kitchens Road in Alto on Tuesday. During the search, deputies seized a large quantity of marijuana, THC vapes, gummies, edibles, and concentrates, along with two firearms and cash. As a result, Burrell and Heffner were arrested and booked at the Habersham County Detention Center in Clarkesville. Burrell faces multiple felony charges, including: Sale of a controlled substance Possession of a firearm during certain crimes (2 counts) Possession with intent to distribute (3 counts) Unlawful possession with intent to distribute marijuana Heffner is also charged with multiple felonies, including: Sale of marijuana Possession of a firearm during certain crimes (2 counts) Possession of THC with intent to distribute (3 counts) Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute What's next The investigation remains active and ongoing as authorities work to identify additional individuals involved in illegal drug distribution. Residents with information on drug-related activity in Habersham County are encouraged to call the Habersham County Sheriff's Office Tip Line at (706) 839-0559 or submit a tip online at For tips outside the county, individuals can contact the Appalachian Regional Drug Enforcement Office Tip Line at (706) 348-7410.
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- Yahoo
Months of drug investigations in Thibodaux lands two behind bars
THIBODAUX, La. (WGNO) — Two men have been arrested after months of drug-related investigations, according to the Thibodaux Police Department. On Jan. 31, Thibodaux Chief Bryan Zeringue announced the arrest of 26-year-old Carmichael Anderson and 51-year-old Terrence Williams on several possession charges. High speed crash in Washington Parish leaves woman dead According to officers, on Thursday, Jan. 30, Narcotics Division officers, in collaboration with the SWAT team, Criminal Investigations Division, Patrol Division, K-9 Division, Housing Division, and the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office executed three search warrants. Between the 200 block of Sanders Street and the 100 block of Iris Street, officers reported finding a large amount of illegal drugs including: Approximately 113gg of Methamphetamine 49gg of Ecstasy (MDMA) 13gg of Crack Cocaine Nearly 6 Pounds of Marijuana 10gg of Klonopin 30 doses of Suboxone 1gg of Heroin 1gg of Powder Cocaine Two syringes of an unknown liquid (Pending Testing) An assortment of Drug Paraphernalia .223 Caliber Pistol Brace Style AR-15 .22 Caliber Pistol Brace Rifle 9mm Pistol Converted to Fully Automatic Assorted ammunition and magazines Nearly $42,000.00 in cash Officers reported as they attempted to serve the warrant, Anderson allegedly ran away and barricaded himself inside an abandoned home. They reportedly chased him around until he surrendered peacefully. Anderson was arrested and booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex on charges of: Possession of Heroin Illegal Carrying of a Weapon in the Presence of a CDS (Felony-3-Counts) Possession with Intent to Distribute Marijuana (Felony) Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine (Felony) Possession with Intent to Distribute Crack Cocaine (Felony) Handling of Machine Guns Unlawful (Felony) Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon (Felony-3-Counts) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Resisting an Officer Williams was arrested and booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex on charges of: Possession with Intent to Distribute Marijuana (Felony) Possession with Intent to Distribute Ecstasy (MDMA-Felony) Possession of Suboxone (Felony) Possession of Klonopin (Felony) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia The two are currently waiting for a bond to be set. Over 13,000 pills seized, 4 arrested in New Orleans 'Anytime automatic weapons and illegal dangerous substances can be removed from the street and taken out the hands of criminals, especially near schools, it is a win for law enforcement and the community as a whole. Security measures were put into place to protect all schools in this area during the execution of this operation,' said return to Potomac River for DC plane crash recovery and investigation Illinois governor blocks pardoned Jan. 6 rioters from state jobs Mother, son killed in Catahoula Parish domestic violence incident Lainey Wilson, country star and Louisiana native, bringing world tour to Baton Rouge Waiting for your tax refund? When it could come, and how to track it Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
