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BATON ROUGE, LA - United States Attorney Walt Green announced today the unsealing of a series of federal grand jury indictments in Operation I Spy, an extensive investigation into a drug trafficking network operating in the Baton Rouge region. Henry taught journalism at Haas Hall Academy in Bentonville, Arkansas, and now is the headmaster at the schools campus in Rogers, Arkansas. "Ardoin said the direction came from supervisors in the narcotics administration. It capped a two-year investigation. 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, One person hurt in shooting along Burbank Drive. He did not give specifics at the time but did express concerns about squad operations. "We were working a parcel, which we do often, for FedEx," Ardoin said. This operation is being handled by the U.S. Attorneys Office, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriffs Office, the Internal Revenue Service-Criminal Investigations (IRS-CI), the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), the Baton Rouge City Police Department, the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriffs Office, and the Ascension Parish Sheriffs Office. On June 16, 2015, Judge Dick sentenced Jermaine Chapman who, along with Perry, had also been convicted of drug trafficking and firearm related violations at trial, to a forty-five year term of imprisonment. MACHADO-GALEANA, with the assistance of Alexander P. Nava, distributed methamphetamine, heroin, and marijuana to various dealers in the Baton Rouge and Laplace, Louisiana areas. They allege a serious violation of public trust by some who are sworn to serve and protect our community. No drugs are sold here.". Terrell also known as Ronrico Howard, Co, Shorty and Rico was indicted on charges of conspiracy, cocaine distribution and possession, unlawful use of a communications facility and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. In the latest chapter of a real-life family feud, the third wife and widow of drug smuggler-turned-government informant Adler Barry Seal and. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS "It was about $500. What he has told each person has resulted in a department investigation, officer transfers, a police officers arrest and hundreds of drug charges being dismissed. I am grateful to our prosecutors and to our federal, state, and local partners for their outstanding efforts and for removing this dangerous dealer, and his poisonous drugs from our streets. 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 the courtroom, El Chapo made eye contact with the actor, gave him a smile and nodded, according to CNN. The tip for the arrest came as a result of a Wanted bulletin printed Nov. Lt. Michael Tregre commented, I met with The Advocate on Thursday, itwas in the paper Friday morning and by Friday evening we had him in custody.Tregre added, Thats what you call quick service, and commented the information received was very productive, and provided the last missing piece of the puzzle.Richards, 27, who had lived at 119/125 Northwest 12th St., Reserve, wasconsidered the kingpin of a criminal narcotics organization which was raided July 9. Authorities said one person was taken to a hospital with BATON ROUGE - The new City-Parish garbage, recycling, Deputies bust drug ring, 3 people arrested and one person at large. U.S. Attorney Green stated: "Justice has been served and a community has been freed from a violent menace. Meanwhile, Netflix, experiencing success with shows such as the crime series Narcos, recently announced it is opening an office in Mexico City. During this robbery, Allen shot and wounded the customer and car-jacked him. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact authorities at 225-344-7867. Howard S. Golphin and Danniesa Hughes Sanders, both 35 and of Pine Grove, also were charged. This matter was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Robert W. Piedrahita, who serves as Litigation Counsel within the United States Attorney's Office, and Assistant United States Attorney Chris Dippel, who serves as a Deputy Criminal Chief. Once that warrant was signed, officers found digital scales and bags with Marijuana residue, more than $3,000, two stolen guns, one in the attic, and a large amount of Marijuana in the toilet. Ultimately, Acree was arrested for malfeasance in office, drug charges and obstruction of justice. "We normally ride two people to a vehicle and each person had to have one arrest before the end of the shift," Ardoin said. Mary Ellen Roy, an attorney for Universal, declined comment Friday. "I'm here because I need to share my story," Ardoin said. Ardoin said he expects the number of charges that are ultimately dismissed to reach the thousands. By targeting local distribution networks in the Baton Rouge area and beyond, DEA and our federal, state and local law enforcement partners are working to reduce overall crime and improve the quality of life for area residents. In the novel, McCarthy, a National Book Award and Pulitzer Prize winner, sets up the initial death scene confronting the hunter: In the first vehicle there was a man slumped dead over the wheel. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. "I addressed what they call, 'snapping,'" Ardoin said. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. "He would oftentimes joke about search warrants being dry. The numerous arrests and seizures in this investigation are the result of our close cooperation and part of our ongoing efforts to ensure that drug traffickers are held responsible for the harm they cause. I appreciate the tremendous dedication and hard work by the agents and prosecutors who worked tirelessly on this important matter., DEA Assistant Special Agent in Charge Michael R. Sader said, Illegal dangerous drugs, including methamphetamine, destroy lives and have far-reaching negative effects in communities where they take hold. . "I realized the informant, the person that I purchased items from, was a confidential informant for detective Jason Acree. While some of these movies and books are pure fiction, the violence associated with the drug war is a documented reality. On June 18, 2015, Judge Dick sentenced Charles Boyer who, along with Perry and Chapman, had also been convicted at trial of conspiracy to commit drug trafficking, to a 10 year term of imprisonment. What he said in a TV interview has only been heard directly from a small group: The FBI, the Baton Rouge Police Chief and Nakamoto. A sentencing hearing for the 61-year-old El Chapo, who is expected to spend the rest of his life in a U.S. maximum-security prison, is set for June. Questioned that it sounded like a quota, Ardoin said that is how it was organized. The defendant was then tased and taken into custody.". BATON ROUGE - The alleged leader of an extensive drug ring tied to multiple murders in the capital area has been released on bond. McKneely. Collins was allegedly the only one of the hitmen whom Harris paid upfront, giving him $2,000 and two ounces of heroin to kill Dixon. "We made an arrest relative to a large quantity of marijuana. The investigation is another effort by the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) Program which was established in 1982 to mount a comprehensive attack against organized drug traffickers. CONCERNS RAISED Jeremiah Ardoin first began sounding the alarm about concerns in the narcotics division in the fall of 2020. "Not to my knowledge, and even if there were drugs being sold out of this house, then there's a process by which we need to follow," said Marcelle. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS Nine alleged members of a cocaine trafficking organization, including seven from Baton Rouge, have been charged by a federal grand jury, U.S. Attorney Walt Green said Friday. McKneely. You have permission to edit this article. I know that's my grandson.". Drug traffickers tied to the Medellin Cartel in Colombia arranged for the machine-gun slaying of Seal, 46, who was born in. UNWRITTEN POLICY ABOUT QUOTASArdoin said during his four-year stint in the narcotics division, officers were required to make one drug arrest per shift. Baton Rouge, LA 70801, Telephone: 225-389-0443 The investigation is another effort by the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) Program which was established in 1982 to mount a comprehensive attack against organized drug traffickers. A lock ( ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. BATON ROUGE, LAUnited States Attorney David R. Dugas announced that a federal jury in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on May 20, 2009, convicted TOMMY WALTERS, age 32, of Baton Rouge,. This lengthy sentence sends a message of our unending resolve to pursue drug traffickers who wreak havoc in our communities.. the defendant then started striking the detective and grabbed his gun handle pulling his duty weapon. It was a brand new package in the box, still had plastic wrap around the items, Styrofoam in the boxes. Fax Line: 225-389-0561 With this going on, interest in stories about the cartels shows no sign of waning. If you can curtail the demand north of the border, the thinking goes, then cartel money-making and mayhem will fall off. He don't smoke baby. Three Colombian men were convicted and sentenced to life in prison in Seal's killing. BATON ROUGE, La. Nine in BR area charged in federal I Spy drug probe. LSU releases statement after Olivia Dunne's viral TikTok promoting AI essay writer, Seafood restaurant on Scotland Avenue consumed by flames early Wednesday, 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, St. John's big inning hands Southeastern second straight loss, Coach Kim Mulkey talks LSU's record-tying season. NOTE: An indictment is an accusation by the Grand Jury. His culture of violence and drugs undermined all those struggling to raise children without those influences. Some link changes in weather with body aches Gavin Dugas' 9th inning homer lifts No. U.S. Attorney's Office, Middle District of Louisiana, Major Drug Trafficker Sentenced to Federal Prison on Drug Trafficking and Gun Charges, Federal Jury Convicts Baton Rouge Man of Conspiracy to Distribute and Possess with Intent to Distribute Heroin, Marijuana, and Methamphetamine, Member of Drug Trafficking Organization Sentenced to 235 Months in Federal Prison for Drug Offense, Baton Rouge Man Sentenced to 228 Months in Federal Prison for Gun, Drug, and Possession of Contraband in Prison Charges, Major Drug Trafficker Sentenced To Federal Prison On Drug Trafficking and Gun Charges. The combined federal, state, and local efforts that culminated in this conviction once again reflect our unified front against crime in this district. "Ardoin said he arrived at work one morning and was contacted by detectives informing him that the items he purchased were stolen. Larry Henry is a veteran print and broadcast journalist. Bell, 25; Michael C. Finley, 43; and Eric ONeal Selders, 42. ARDOIN'S ARRESTArdoin was arrested in December of 2020 for possession of stolen things. Tom Cruise portrays Baton Rougedrug smuggler-turned-government informant Adler Barry Seal in the movie "American Made.". United States Attorney Ronald C. Gathe, Jr. announced that U.S. District Judge John W. deGravelles sentenced Christopher Jackson, age 37, of Ridgeland, Mississippi, to 150 months in federal prison following United States Attorney Ronald C. Gathe, Jr. announced that U.S. District Judge Brian A. Jackson sentenced Dangelo Dontae Cornish, age 36, of Greensburg, to 14 months in federal prison following United States Attorney Ronald C. Gathe, Jr. announced that a federal arrest warrant and criminal complaint was issued charging Charles T. Germany, age 66, of Walker, Louisiana, with interstate transmission Middle District of Louisiana Huge 4th inning powers St. John's past Southeastern. The movie and book center on a fictional Texan who, while hunting antelope near the Rio Grande, stumbles across the bodies of heroin dealers in a desolate area of baked terracotta terrain. After the man takes a large stash of drug money discovered at the scene, a heart-pounding hunt for him propels the story toward a dark conclusion. A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. But police said otherwise. Of the 1,451 journalists and media workers killed around the world since 1992 in which a motive has been confirmed, 48 were in Mexico, the CPJ website notes. LAPLACE Clyde Richards Jr., described by St. John Parish narcoticsagents as the kingpin in organized cocaine distribution locally, was apprehended in Baton Rouge thanks to a newspaper article. The Court further sentenced Banks to serve five years of supervised release following his term of imprisonment and ordered that the firearms involved be forfeited along with $20,000 and a 2011 Porsche Panamera that he purchased using drug trafficking proceeds. Published: February 25th, 2019 - By Larry Henry, Contributing Writer, Chinese manufacturers, Mexican cartels are primary sources of deadly opioids. This life sentence is a resounding statement to the citizens of the Greater Baton Rouge area from DEA and the rest of our law enforcement partners that enough is enough. I think one of the main reasons was because when we were working those patrols, there was an overtime assignment." ", "What I can do, however, is assure the community that we have and will continue to take the appropriate actions, as these investigations progress. Tregre drove to Baton Rouge on Nov. 12 to place the notice in thenewspaper, which included Richards photograph and asked for the public to call if Richards was seen. In addition to American Made, Seal was portrayed by actor Dennis Hopper in the 1991 television movie Double-crossed.. "Ardoin said the supervisors knew what was happening. Following a multi-week jury trial in September 2014, 32-year-old Jeffrey Demond Perry was convicted of conspiring to distribute cocaine and "crack"cocaine, distributing cocaine and "crack"cocaine, car-jacking, possessing firearms in furtherance of crimes of violence and drug trafficking crimes, and possessing firearms while a convicted felon. ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. Since 1993, he's been arrested at least seven times for drug, illegal weapon charges and more. BATON ROUGE - Police are looking for the alleged head of an extensive drug operation who paid hired killers in cash, drugs and promises of advancement within his drug-running organization. On March 18, 2015, during the execution of a search warrant at a storage unit at 13822 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA, law enforcement officers seized approximately 18 pounds of high-grade methamphetamine. Ardoin could be considered a whistleblower but has his own issues as he grapples with shining light on a department he said he no longer trusts and facing misdemeanor charges after being arrested for buying stolen merchandise on the street. Police said they believe they followed all the proper procedures. "It's quite the oxymoron when police officers have quite the reputation within these communities that they are sworn to protect and individuals can call them by names for having done things that are improper, illegal and violate the community's constitutional rights.". "You can look at it as a quota," Ardoin said. During sentencing, the Court noted Perry's cold-blooded and callous statements about one of the arsonists, as he lay dying in his backyard, seeking medical assistance for the injuries he sustained from the fire Perryhad hired him to set. "When there's a violator, somebody who's committed a crime, if they run inside of a home and we're in pursuit of that particular individual, we are allowed to go inside," said Cpl. BATON ROUGE, La (BRPROUD)- The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office received a complaint about heroin distribution from Ahmad Goodman and conducted an investigation that led to the obtaining. In Hogans true-crime book Hunting El Chapo, written with Douglas Century, the DEA agent repeats this story about the death toll, illustrating how El Chapo, a crime lord from northwestern Mexico whose real name is Joaquin Guzmn Loera, ruled with murderous intent in snuffing out rivals and quashing disloyalty. As we strive to strengthen trust in our community, the Baton Rouge Police Department is committed to transparency, accountability, and integrity. In 1986, Colombian hit men shot Seal to death at a Salvation Army halfway house in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Hence, for us to hold that a right of publicity exists would constitute an unwarranted intrusion into an area in which the legislature has not seen fit to act.. United States Attorney Ronald C. Gathe, Jr. announced the sentencing of Victor Welton, age 49, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, as part of Operation Going Bacc to Cali, an extensive federal United States Attorney Ronald C. Gathe, Jr. announced that U.S. District Judge John W. deGravelles sentenced Ashton Matta, age 33, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to 228 months in federal prison Middle District of Louisiana El Chapos criminal exploits, including escapes from Mexican prisons and from authorities seeking the drug smuggler as he fled through underground city sewer systems, at least once unclothed, generated news stories that made the billionaire outlaw an international media sensation. This matter is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorneys Robert W. Piedrahita, Peter Smyczek and Elizabeth White. Against this backdrop, a federal court jury in Brooklyn found El Chapo guilty in February of 10 felony counts, including conspiracy to commit murder and international distribution of illegal drugs. In some instances, Nava and MACHADO-GALEANA carried firearms with them when delivering methamphetamine to dealers and picking up the payments for those controlled substances. U.S. Attorney Fremin stated, Evidence at trial demonstrated Mr. Machado had connections to a drug cartel in Sinaloa, Mexico. This matter is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorneys Robert W. Piedrahita and Kevin Sanchez. BRPD launches internal investigation after alleged drug dealer's arrest, LSU WR Malik Nabers arrested in New Orleans; prosecutors refuse to charge with condition. These two young men died later that day as a result of burns they sustained from the arson they had committed. Seal had infiltrated the Medellin cartel and agreed to cooperate with U.S. authorities after his own 1983 arrest on drug charges in Florida. LSU WR Malik Nabers arrested in New Orleans; prosecutors refuse to charge with condition. In fact, nine people in total were arrested that night from the home, seven for resisting an officer or obstruction of justice. Beyond were two more bodies lying in the gaunt yellow grass. As Chief Murphy Paul stated this week, these allegations are being taken seriously, and the Department is currently conducting a criminal and administrative investigation related to them. Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. The appeals court noted that films about historical events, whether involving famous people or notable events involving relatively unknown people, have proliferated in movie theaters in recent years. This operation is being handled by the U.S. Attorneys Office, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriffs Office, the Internal Revenue Service-Criminal Investigations (IRS-CI), the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), the Baton Rouge Police Department, the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriffs Office, and the Ascension Parish Sheriffs Office. 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. Authorities said one person was taken to a hospital with BATON ROUGE - The new City-Parish garbage, recycling, Deputies bust drug ring, 3 people arrested and one person at large. Civil Fax: 225-389-0685. Other questions:subscriberservices@theadvocate.com. Marshals Service. Frigons attorney, Roy Maughan Jr., said Friday hell ask the appellate court to rehear the case, then seek review at the Louisiana Supreme Court. In 1986, Colombian hit men shot Seal to death at a Salvation Army halfway house in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This conviction and sentence is yet another demonstration of our commitment to making our communities safer by combatting violent drug trafficking organizations. "Ardoin said others within the narcotics division also witnessed this, but he was the only one who spoke up. A locked padlock Nine alleged members of a cocaine trafficking organization, including seven from Baton Rouge, have been charged by a federal grand jury, U.S. Attorney Walt Green said Friday. Mexico, recently showed up at the drug kingpin's trial in New York, waiting in the cold with others to get inside. have come into question after the arrest of an alleged drug dealer. After he packaged it, he resealed the vacuumed sealed baggie with evidence tape, and he took the drugs and had taken them outside to his unit. By LEONARD GRAY / L'Observateur / November 18, 1998. Lock Maybe a couple thousand.. Lock Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Lane. The movie, based on a novel also titled Savages, by crime writer Don Winslow, underscores the contention that heavy drug use in the United States is the catalyst for this drug war violence. Richards was indicted July 31, along with several other people, by a St. John grand jury for racketeering and money laundering. Customers used cash, stolen equipment, firearms, and food stamps to purchase in those locations varying amounts of cocaine and "crack"cocaine from Perry. INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Rape victim ordered to pay her abuser child support. The Baton Rouge Police Department says Martrell Harris, 42, is wanted for second-degree murder in the killing of Lorenzo Dixon, who was fatally shot on Winbourne Avenue in April 2017. (WAFB) - The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office reported a narcotics investigation involving multiple agencies resulted in five arrests and the seizure of more than. The OCDETF Program operates nationwide and combines the resources and unique expertise of numerous federal, state, and local agencies in a coordinated attack against major drug trafficking and money laundering organizations. The indictments are part of Operation I Spy, an extensive investigation into a drug trafficking network operating in the Baton Rouge region, Green said. "If you saw a random black person walking around the street and hasn't done anything, they would tell us just to jump out the vehicle, grab them and pat them down without probable cause. A recent Clint Eastwood movie, The Mule, about an elderly drug runner for the cartels, has its roots in a New York Times Magazine article regarding Leo Sharp, a World War II Army veteran with no previous criminal record, who was imprisoned for his role in trafficking narcotics as a Sinaloa cartel carrier, or mule. Called Tata (the grandfather), Sharp is thought to have earned more than $1 million for his hauls in 2010. Today, the OCDETF Program is the centerpiece of the United States Attorney Generals drug strategy to reduce the availability of drugs by disrupting and dismantling major drug trafficking organizations and money laundering organizations and related criminal enterprises. These pills were then imprinted with various marks, including several for controlled substance pharmaceuticals. If convicted, these defendants face significant terms of imprisonment, fines, and the forfeiture of proceeds from the illegal activity. As a result of this investigation, 19 defendants have been convicted, 10 have been sentenced and one is scheduled for jury trial in February of 2021. During their investigation, law enforcement agents recovered a .380 caliber Taurus revolver, a .556 caliber Smith & Wesson semi-automatic rifle, and five semi-automatic pistols of varying calibers from a number of residences and commercial premises that were used to store drugs and drug proceeds, and to conduct drug transactions. 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