Sara Wilson, Michael Fields, Vincent Hayes Jr., Jaylen Wheelock, Marquis Bradley, and Jermaine Drewery have also been arrested. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Lane. 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 Police say the investigations was designed to target illegal distribution of narcotics and sales of illegal acts. A narcotics officer with the Baton Rouge Police Department was booked into jail Friday night, accused of stealing drugs seized as evidence and. Given the potential mishandling of evidence, the case against Patterson now faces an uncertain future. 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. 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. It includes some detailed accusations against Acree that were later corroborated in his arrest warrant. During the investigation BRPD located the victims decomposed body on the property where he was last seen purchasing and using drugs. The departments involved in the bust included EBRSO K-9, DEA Baton Rouge Task Force Agents, and EBRSO Uniform. Seafood restaurant on Scotland Avenue consumed by flames early Wednesday. BATON ROUGE - Law enforcement says it is continuing to investigate a prostitution ring operating through massage parlors in East Baton Rouge Parish. 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. St. Johns batted around in Watch the 2 Your Health report for Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. "Eliminating the illegal use and sale of narcotics in our communities is something state police is committed to. Coroner Dr. This has proven deadly in a community that has been fighting an opioid epidemic for the better part of a decade. There were seven drug overdose deaths in both 2020 and 2021. This is the second major bust to happen within the last two weeks in East Baton Rouge Parish. Other questions:subscriberservices@theadvocate.com. Xiuping was charged withprostitution by massage and money laundering. Unlike with the coronavirus pandemic, the majority of people who lost their lives are 40 or younger. "We get callous to people passing away from addiction, but every single time it knocks me off my feet," she said. 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. Copyright 2021 WAFB. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. 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Court records show no additional arrests were made in the case. 1 LSU baseball over Texas. 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. 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. BY JACQUELINE DeROBERTIS and LEA SKENE | Staff writers. 1 (Marijuana), Ramon Franklin (dob 6-21-80)Poss. 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 Police investigate the scene of a homicide on Spain St. Wednesday, January 27, 2021, in Baton Rouge, La. street value $84,000), 13 pounds of powder cocaine (approx. LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene gesture at float during Carnival parade. Gov. 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. grams of marijuana, items to start an in-home marijuana grow, illegal pills, and promethazine. 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. 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. After BRPD corruption probe halts 100+ cases, will narcotics officers change who they arrest? BATON ROUGE - Sheriff's deputies uncovered a ring of illegal marijuana growers across two parishes Wednesday. Sch. BATON ROUGE, La. As of Aug. 12, there have been six overdose deaths in Pointe Coupee. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Lane. The scope of ramifications will largely depend on when the alleged corruption started, Moore said. There was a problem saving your notification. street value $84,000), -13 pounds of powder cocaine (approx. In addition to accusing Acree of stealing evidence, Ardoin alleged other illegal activity within the narcotics division. (WAFB) - The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriffs Office reported a narcotics investigation involving multiple agencies resulted in five arrests and the seizure When detectives later searched the home of Acree's friend last month, they found some marijuana and several THC vape pens. of Sch. 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. "We are losing people every day," Myles said. 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. The virus has caused people to isolate themselves, limiting their access to drug treatment and making it more difficult for them to seek help. Sch. Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. 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. Firearm W/CDS (3 counts). BRPD narcotics detective, already facing drug charges, arrested again amid ongoing probe, Convincing prostitutes to set up drug deals: The story of BRPD and its 'troll rips', Third BRPD narcotics detective placed on leave, facing criminal investigation amid corruption probe, Ex-BRPD narcotics detective faces third arrest, this time for lying in police reports, BRPD narcotics detective arrested for 3rd time, accused of lying on search warrant application. 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. HAMMOND, La. Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. While officials agreed law enforcement cannot arrest their way out of the problem, East Baton Rouge District Attorney Hillar Moore III said his office seeks to hold dealers accountable. 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. The sheriff's office said it seized nearly 1,000 plants between the different locations in East Baton Rouge. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. Newly released pictures show missing man in downtown BR before his disappearance, Seafood restaurant on Scotland Avenue consumed by flames early Wednesday. Press Release. 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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 27, 2021 at 1:35 PM PDT BATON ROUGE, La. -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. of a Firearm with CDS (4 counts), Kenric Kilbourne (dob 8-10-1987)Poss. 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. EBRSO officials say , the warrants resulted in the arrest of Michael Anthony James, 49, for possession with intent to distribute schedule. 1 LSU baseball over Texas. All five arrested are facing multiple charges. February 2023 was the 10 th warmest on record in the Baton Rouge area, going back to 1892. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. 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. District Attorney Hillar Moore III, at lectern speaks while, from behind left, Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome, Tonja Myles, and Coroner Dr. 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." 5 (Promethazine)Poss. Copyright 2021 WAFB. Half of BRPD's narcotics division was arrested or transferred. We can't stand to continue to lose hundreds of our residents each year to this opioid epidemic.". 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. 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. By using the data and uniting our efforts, we can reduce these numbers and give people their lives back.". Officials added they also confiscated 12 guns and four ballistic vests. Sch. WebBATON ROUGE, La (BRPROUD) The Narcotics division of the East Baton Rouge Sheriffs Office executed two search warrants on March 27, resulting in one arrest and News. LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene gesture at float during Carnival parade. Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. The investigation into Acree started with tips from another narcotics officer facing misconduct accusations of his own. St. Johns batted around in Watch the 2 Your Health report for Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. Email Alyssa Berry at aberry@theadvocate.com. Lindsay Blouin, deputy district defender for East Baton Rouge, said she hopes prosecutors seriously consider whether this case should go forward. According to his arrest warrant, Acree entered the BRPD narcotics processing room and opened a vacuum-sealed bag of marijuana that once belonged to Patterson, removed a small amount and resealed the bag with tape. Our agency, particularly our Narcotics Division, is working tirelessly to eradicate these operations.". That timeline roughly matches up with Patterson's Sept. 29 arrest. 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. Now he faces a rare murder charge. HAMMOND, La. Glock 19mos with two drum mags., and drug paraphernalia. BATON ROUGE, La. 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. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. The sheriff's The department arrested Acree late last month on marijuana distribution and malfeasance in office. street value $160,000), 2.5 pounds of Fentanyl (approx. Some link changes in weather with body aches Gavin Dugas' 9th inning homer lifts No. I (Fentanyl) and possession with intent to distribute schedule I (Heroin). 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. Since Acree was arrested, four of his supervisors including the narcotics commander were transferred into uniform patrol, effectively cutting the division in half. 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? 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. After a Baton Rouge police officer was accused of purchasing stolen electronics several weeks ago, he sat down and drafted a memo alleging wid. The "overwhelming culprit" is the potent synthetic opioid fentanyl, which has dominated the drug scene in Baton Rouge in recent years, according to Clark. 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. 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 22, 2023. So many of our communitys violent crimes, homicides and overdoses are linked to the distribution of drugs such as these. During the investigation detectives conducted investigations of several suspects and several target locations, which are listed below. 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. Beau Clark, and BRPD Chief Murphy Paul, watch. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. street value $490,000), 4.52 pounds of black tar heroin (approx. Read More. 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. 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. WebSince January 2021, EBRSO Narcotics has conducted a long term investigation into the narcotics distribution network operated by Frank Beauchamp. WebEast Baton Rouge Sheriffs Office News EBRSO: Uncle G, 300, among those arrested during drug bust, trio facing charges including child desertion by: Michael Scheidt street value $7,200), -29 pounds of marijuana (approx. During this investigation, Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. 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. As Daniel Burch does sign interpretation, left, Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome speaks at the lectern as District Attorney Hillar Moore III, right, watches. INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Rape victim ordered to pay her abuser child support. 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. There was a problem saving your notification. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Lane, Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. The Baton Rouge DEA Task Force and DEA Houston assisted the sheriff's office. Those wanted are: One individual is still wanted by the East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office. of 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. We still have a lot of work to do.". Beau Clark, at lectern center top, speaks at the press conference. He was quickly booked into jail. The joint narcotics investigation involved Louisiana State Police, the East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office, and the Zachary Police Department. Anyone with information should call 225-683-5459. 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. All rights reserved. Video from the warehouse on Fellsway Drive, located off Monterrey Boulevard, showed a massive number of marijuana plants under rows of heat lamps. Police say Bryan McCauley, Katrina Martin, and Bennett "B.J." The warrant mentions other detectives who assisted with the investigation, but court records do not indicate whether Acree was one of them. The locations raided include the following. 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 street value $7,200), 29 pounds of marijuana (approx. His arraignment was scheduled for Wednesday morning, but Patterson failed to appear in court and was issued a bench warrant. 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. St. Johns batted around in Watch the 2 Your Health report for Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. Approximately $90,577 worth of illegal drugs, along with 21 illegal firearms,wereseized as part of the investigation. The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office seized more than $1.5 million in cash and drugs, 12 guns, and four ballistic vests 616 and at a Storage Unit on Sherwood Forrest Drive. 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. Sch. 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. All rights reserved. St. Johns batted around in Watch the 2 Your Health report for Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. The arrest warrant for Acree specifically accuses him of stealing marijuana seized from the sting involving Patterson. "Whenever someone is arrested, nearly all the evidence against them comes from the word of law enforcement," she said. Over half a million dollars in heroin and crack and 19 different firearms were seized. HAMMOND, La. Web(WAFB) - A nearly two-year investigation has resulted in 26 drug-related arrests in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes. "These numbers represent 245 of our friends, our neighbors, our loved ones," said East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome. 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. 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 $58,000). Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. The virus has caused people to isolate themselves, limiting their access to drug treatment and making it more difficult for them to seek help. Coroner Dr. Despite containing details that suggest those vape pens came from the Patterson sting, the warrant stops short of making a direct connection. WebUpdated: Jul 13, 2021 / 08:29 PM CDT BATON ROUGE, La. 2 (Oxycodone)PWITD Sch. 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 - Other attendees included people in recovery, advocates and families who have lost loved ones to drug overdoses. "It's hard to answer whether this case will be complicated by Acree. Tonja Myles, speaks about Brian Knox showing his picture and bio, who passed away from opiods. 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. WebBATON ROUGE, La. Myles also helped facilitate a separate presentation earlier Tuesday morning that was hosted by Capital Area Human Services and aimed at educating local religious leaders about the signs of addiction and available treatment options and support services in and around Baton Rouge. 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. East Baton Rouge District Attorney Hillar Moore III said hundreds of cases could potentially be affected now that the credibility of these detectives has been challenged. The warrants resulted in the arrest of Michael James, 49, for possession with the intent to distribute heroin and fentanyl. 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. Sch. Baton Rouge drug bust nets $1.3M in heroin, EBRSO says; other drugs, gun also seized. 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. (WAFB) - A nearly two-year investigation has resulted in 26 drug-related arrests in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes. You have permission to edit this article. 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. Detectives identified 74 year old Murphy Martin of Loranger, La as a suspect in the case. On March 18, EBRSO said it seized more than $1.5 million in drugs and cash. 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: 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. Anyone with information should call 225-654-9393. (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. 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. LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene gesture at float during Carnival parade. 4 (Alprazolam)Poss. 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. 2Poss. 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. Firearm with CDSPWITD Sch. 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. ", Email Jacqueline DeRobertis at jderobertis@theadvocate.com, At least 232 people died of a drug overdose last year in East Baton Rouge Parish almost twice the 127 fatal overdoses in 2019, which was the. Sch. Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. East Baton LSU releases statement after Olivia Dunne's viral TikTok promoting AI essay writer. 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. John Bel Edwards proposes raising minimum wage to $10 an hour for state workers, Shreveport police arrest home invasion suspect. Deputies said they seized the following items: -14 pounds of powder heroin (approx. 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. (BRPROUD) An investigation by the East Baton Rouge Sheriffs Office Narcotics Unit resulted in an arrest and multiple HAMMOND, La. 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. Webebrso drug bust Michael Anthony James (EBRSO) By WAFB Staff Published: Mar. We have a lot more investigating to do.". Seafood restaurant on Scotland Avenue consumed by flames early Wednesday. 2 (22 counts)PWITD. 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