There were seven drug overdose deaths in both 2020 and 2021. 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. Other attendees included people in recovery, advocates and families who have lost loved ones to drug overdoses. 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. Authorities say the EBRSO Narcotics Division conducted an investigation into an alleged prescription drug distribution network operated by Marcus Clayton and two accomplices named Kenric Kilbourne and Ramon Franklin. 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. But the warrant also includes somewhat murkier allegations concerning THC vape pens. 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. 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. "These individuals are no longer with us today. Among them: Acree told other detectives that he would deliver marijuana to his friend, who enjoys smoking it. "We are losing people every day," Myles said. grams of marijuana, items to start an in-home marijuana grow, illegal pills, and promethazine. I (Fentanyl) and possession with intent to distribute schedule I (Heroin). Coroner Dr. 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. 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The joint narcotics investigation involved 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: 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 - On March 18, EBRSO said it seized more than $1.5 million in drugs and cash. 1 LSU baseball over Texas. The locations raided include the following. 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. Beau Clark, watch. They both face multiple charges of Possession with Intent to Distribute. 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. That timeline roughly matches up with Patterson's Sept. 29 arrest. Some link changes in weather with body aches Gavin Dugas' 9th inning homer lifts No. (WAFB) - EBRSO Narcotics was provided information from another agency investigation of an overdose death, which possibly occurred on July 22, 2021. Copyright 2021 WAFB. 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. 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? "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 searches took place at 11550 Southfork Drive, Apt. In addition to accusing Acree of stealing evidence, Ardoin alleged other illegal activity within the narcotics division. "We want to help. The sheriff's Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. Seafood restaurant on Scotland Avenue consumed by flames early Wednesday. 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. 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. Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. 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The sheriff's office said it discovered the drug ring after getting a tip from the Pike County Sheriff's Office in Mississippi. Police say Bryan McCauley, Katrina Martin, and Bennett "B.J." (WAFB) - A nearly two-year investigation has resulted in 26 drug-related arrests in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes. The department arrested Acree late last month on marijuana distribution and malfeasance in office. 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. 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? 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. Local officials hosted a press conference Tuesday toaddress the trend and announce new efforts to help people struggling with addiction. 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. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Lane, Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. 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. "Whenever someone is arrested, nearly all the evidence against them comes from the word of law enforcement," she said. (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. 27, 2021 at 1:35 PM PDT BATON ROUGE, La. 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. 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. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. 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 BATON ROUGE - Pennington Biomedical Research Center is Wednesday PM Forecast: record warmth to break with late week cold front. After BRPD corruption probe halts 100+ cases, will narcotics officers change who they arrest? During the investigation BRPD located the victims decomposed body on the property where he was last seen purchasing and using drugs. Press Release. 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. LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene LaToya Cantrell explains why she made obscene gesture at float during Carnival parade. Sch. Despite containing details that suggest those vape pens came from the Patterson sting, the warrant stops short of making a direct connection. 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. 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. street value $84,000), -13 pounds of powder cocaine (approx. "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. As of Aug. 12, there have been six overdose deaths in Pointe Coupee. 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. HAMMOND, La. Firearm with CDSPWITD Sch. Tonja Myles, left, speaks as people hold pictures of friends and family that have passed on because of opiods, right. All rights reserved. We have a lot more investigating to do.". Huge 4th inning powers St. John's past Southeastern. After record-breaking year of drug overdose deaths, 2021 looks to be the same or worse. 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. BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office says three men have been arrested in a drug bust that was preceded by a months-long investigation. Sara Wilson, Michael Fields, Vincent Hayes Jr., Jaylen Wheelock, Marquis Bradley, and Jermaine Drewery have also been arrested. 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. 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, Additionally Phillip Williams was arrested on drug-related charges and found to be in possession of. You have permission to edit this article. 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. Web(WAFB) - A nearly two-year investigation has resulted in 26 drug-related arrests in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes. BATON ROUGE - Sheriff's deputies uncovered a ring of illegal marijuana growers across two parishes Wednesday. 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