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District Attorney Hillar Moore III, at lectern speaks while, from behind left, Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome, Tonja Myles, and Coroner Dr. 2 (22 counts)PWITD. The departments involved in the bust included EBRSO K-9, DEA Baton Rouge Task Force Agents, and EBRSO Uniform. As of Aug. 12, there have been six overdose deaths in Pointe Coupee. 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. February 2023 was the 10 th warmest on record in the Baton Rouge area, going back to 1892. According to EBRSO, 40 pounds of heroin, 2.4 pounds of Fentanyl, over 1, 000 pressed heroin pills, 4.8 pounds of suspected synthetic cutting agents, hydraulic Kilo heroin press were seized from the locations. street value $58,000). Huge 4th inning powers St. John's past Southeastern. 3 (2 counts)PWITD. 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? Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. North Platte Woman Sentenced for Drug Trafficking Crime. The joint narcotics investigation involved of Sch. 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? Meanwhile Acree is also free on $35,000 bond after his Feb. 26 arrest. There were seven drug overdose deaths in both 2020 and 2021. Coroner Dr. 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. 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. Beau Clark, at lectern center top, speaks at the press conference. So many of our communitys violent crimes, homicides and overdoses are linked to the distribution of drugs such as these. WebBATON ROUGE, La. INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Rape victim ordered to pay her abuser child support. Tonja Myles, speaks about Brian Knox showing his picture and bio, who passed away from opiods. Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. 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 1 LSU baseball over Texas. INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Rape victim ordered to pay her abuser child support. Sch. 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: The joint narcotics investigation involved Louisiana State Police, the East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office, and the Zachary Police Department. The scope of ramifications will largely depend on when the alleged corruption started, Moore said. 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. 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. Since Acree was arrested, four of his supervisors including the narcotics commander were transferred into uniform patrol, effectively cutting the division in half. 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. February 22, 2023. 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. As 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: $216,497 (pending seizure)7 handguns1 AR style rifle44 Fentanyl patches2,379 dosage units of Oxycodone806 dosage units of Oxymorphone103 dosage units of Hydrocodone1500 Suboxone strips (approx. grams of marijuana, items to start an in-home marijuana grow, illegal pills, and promethazine. 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 in the release. 1 LSU baseball over Texas. Huge 4th inning powers St. John's past Southeastern. During the investigation BRPD located the victims decomposed body on the property where he was last seen purchasing and using drugs. 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. A public defender has been appointed to represent Patterson, who has no prior criminal history in Baton Rouge, according to online court records. BATON ROUGE - Sheriff's deputies uncovered a ring of illegal marijuana growers across two parishes Wednesday. 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. 2 (2 counts)Poss. 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. More than $1.5 million in drugs and cash were seized in a multi-agency narcotics investigation in East Baton Rouge Parish, officials announced. 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. )420 dosage units of Alprozolam/XanaxApproximate street value of the seized narcotics: $85,000, Marcus Clayton (dob 9-4-76)Dist. When asked by his colleague about the stolen marijuana, Acree said he was giving it to a friend who "also likes to use vape pens that contain THC" according to the warrant. Some link changes in weather with body aches Gavin Dugas' 9th inning homer lifts No. Other attendees included people in recovery, advocates and families who have lost loved ones to drug overdoses. 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. He was formally charged in January with possession with intent to distribute marijuana and illegal carrying of weapons with drugs. 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. 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. Beau Clark, watch. HAMMOND, La. So many of our communitys violent crimes, homicides and overdoses are linked to the distribution of drugs such as these. 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. 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. 26 people arrested as part of multi-parish drug bust, LSU WR Malik Nabers arrested in New Orleans; prosecutors refuse to charge with condition. 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. 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. 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. Police say the investigations was designed to target illegal distribution of narcotics and sales of illegal acts. 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. 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 - Firearm with CDSPWITD Sch. News. Huge 4th inning powers St. John's past Southeastern. LSU releases statement after Olivia Dunne's viral TikTok promoting AI essay writer. 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. Some link changes in weather with body aches Gavin Dugas' 9th inning homer lifts No. 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. Beau Clark, and BRPD Chief Murphy Paul, watch. He noted that most narcotics detectives have a high volume of arrests because of the nature of their job. The warrants resulted in the arrest of Michael James, 49, for possession with the intent to distribute heroin and fentanyl. 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. Anyone with information should call 225-683-5459. (WAFB) - On Saturday, March 27, EBRSO "Eliminating the illegal use and sale of narcotics in our communities is something state police is committed to. Updated: Patterson, 25, was released on $17,500 bond not long after his arrest. Sch. The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office seized more than $1.5 million in cash and drugs, 12 guns, and four ballistic vests EBRSO Narcotics identified the group's leaders, "King of Zion" and "Madd Marvin," as Clyde Jones and Marvin Payne. 2 (Hydrocodone)Poss. WebEBRSO arrests 5 in $1.5M drug, weapons bust. Xiuping was charged withprostitution by massage and money laundering. By using the data and uniting our efforts, we can reduce these numbers and give people their lives back.". 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Beau Clark, watch. Detectives were able to identify numerous individuals selling drugs in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes. WebAccording to the East Baton Rouge Sheriffs Office, On December 16th, 2021, Narcotics Agents with assistance from EBRSO K-9 apprehended James and executed search Mobile homes damaged/flipped over in Pointe Coupee Parish Baton Rouge Drug Bust. 2 (Oxycodone)PWITD Sch. That timeline roughly matches up with Patterson's Sept. 29 arrest. 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 2023 was the 10 th warmest on record in the Baton Rouge area, going back to 1892. What happens to their cases? "We want to help. Our agency, particularly our Narcotics Division, is working tirelessly to eradicate these operations.. "We want to identify those selling to our most vulnerable population as much as possible so we can get them help before it's too late," Moore said during the press conference. When investigators with the Baton Rouge Police Department found evidence that a narcotics officer had purchased stolen electronics several wee. Email Lea Skene at lskene@theadvocate.com. Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. Sch. All five arrested are facing multiple charges. 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. 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. 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. He was quickly booked into jail. 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. February 2023 was the 10 th warmest on record in the Baton Rouge area, going back to 1892. We still have a lot of work to do.". Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Lane. ", 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. 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. Anyone with information should call 225-654-9393. 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 St. Johns batted around in Watch the 2 Your Health report for Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. Caption. 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. 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. An array of ballistic vests and firearms were confiscated during the arrest as well. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. 2.4 pounds of fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid, with the approximate street value of $115,200, 4.8 pounds of suspected synthetic cutting agents. They both face multiple charges of Possession with Intent to Distribute. 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. 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. Some link changes in weather with body aches Gavin Dugas' 9th inning homer lifts No. 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. 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. Firearm W/CDS (3 counts). 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. 1 (Marijuana), Ramon Franklin (dob 6-21-80)Poss. Other questions:subscriberservices@theadvocate.com. 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. After a Baton Rouge police officer was accused of purchasing stolen electronics several weeks ago, he sat down and drafted a memo alleging wid. 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. He claimed officers routinely stopped and searched Black people without probable cause, planted drugs on suspects and coerced prostitutes into setting up drug dealers. 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. 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. Our agency, particularly our Narcotics Division, is working tirelessly to eradicate these operations.. Tonja Myles, left, speaks as people hold pictures of friends and family that have passed on because of opiods, right. Newly released pictures show missing man in downtown BR before his disappearance, Seafood restaurant on Scotland Avenue consumed by flames early Wednesday. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Lane, Wednesday PM Forecast: record warmth to break with late week cold front. Baton Rouge Police investigate the scene of a homicide on Spain St. Wednesday, January 27, 2021, in Baton Rouge, La. The virus has caused people to isolate themselves, limiting their access to drug treatment and making it more difficult for them to seek help. Those wanted are: One individual is still wanted by the East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office. Well above average temperatures will continue until a Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. Huge 4th inning powers St. John's past Southeastern. street value $160,000), 2.5 pounds of Fentanyl (approx. You have permission to edit this article. The initiatives, which focus on serving people going through every stage of addiction, whether or not they are ready to try treatment, are privately funded and supported by parish officials. 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. -2887 Cedarcrest Ave-2854 Fellsway Drive-Glennsade Drive-11011 Cal Road #78, -26524 Todd Drive, Walker-16945 S. Goodtime Road, French Settlement. There was a problem saving your notification. "Whenever someone is arrested, nearly all the evidence against them comes from the word of law enforcement," she said. The "overwhelming culprit" is the potent synthetic opioid fentanyl, which has dominated the drug scene in Baton Rouge in recent years, according to Clark. street value $7,200), -29 pounds of marijuana (approx. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Sixteen different divisions helped to bring this case to a close, including EBRSO, BRPD, and the National Guard. 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. 616 and at a Storage Unit on Sherwood Forrest Drive. Chelsea Tullier Stewart died six months ago in Baton Rouge of a drug overdose from a mixture of heroin and the powerful synthetic opioid fentanyl. I am extremely proud of the work that every officer with each agency involved put into this lengthy investigation. The other addresses were said to be a stash/distribution location, a "grow warehouse" and a "grow residence.". Attempts to reach him this week were unsuccessful. 2Poss. We can't stand to continue to lose hundreds of our residents each year to this opioid epidemic.". WebPublished: Mar. The sheriff's office said it discovered the drug ring after getting a tip from the Pike County Sheriff's Office in Mississippi. Crash involving car, train shuts down Essen Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Wellness Day for Women: Pennington Biomedical Research Center offering health screenings and more this weekend. Read More. Video from the warehouse on Fellsway Drive, located off Monterrey Boulevard, showed a massive number of marijuana plants under rows of heat lamps. Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. Coroner Dr. In this room, you're looking at over 200 years worth of sobriety 200 years of combined. A related arrests occurred at Vivian Therapy Spa where Lu Xiuping was arrested for Prostitution by massage. Our agency, particularly our Narcotics Division, is working tirelessly to eradicate these operations.". When an officer loses credibility, "justice requires that every single case they touched be reviewed through that lens to protect every impacted person's constitutional rights.". 18, 2021 at 8:43 PM CDT Autoplay. Now he faces a rare murder charge. Sara Wilson, Michael Fields, Vincent Hayes Jr., Jaylen Wheelock, Marquis Bradley, and Jermaine Drewery have also been arrested. The investigation into Acree started with tips from another narcotics officer facing misconduct accusations of his own. 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. According to the memo, Acree said he also brought the friend THC vape pens "because they are his favorite.". 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. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Seth Sinclair wrote in the warrant. 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. We want to be part of the solution. When Baton Rouge police staked out a suspected drug deal and came away with large amounts of marijuana and three guns, Kelvin Patterson told detectives the drugs and weapons belonged to him, court records show. 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. street value $15,400), 1 pound of methamphetamine (approx. (WAFB) - A nearly two-year investigation has resulted in 26 drug-related arrests in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes. These are situations that put the staff potentially at risk, Doucet said. 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. 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. Given the potential mishandling of evidence, the case against Patterson now faces an uncertain future. St. Johns batted around in Watch the 2 Your Health report for Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. Among them: Acree told other detectives that he would deliver marijuana to his friend, who enjoys smoking it. John Bel Edwards proposes raising minimum wage to $10 an hour for state workers, Shreveport police arrest home invasion suspect. The officers could end up on what prosecutors call a "Brady list" of cops considered untruthful or otherwise untrustworthy information that prosecutors would have to disclose to defense attorneys in the future. Baton Rouge drug bust nets $1.3M in heroin, EBRSO says; other drugs, gun also seized. "We get callous to people passing away from addiction, but every single time it knocks me off my feet," she said. 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 LSU releases statement after Olivia Dunne's viral TikTok promoting AI essay writer. BATON ROUGE - Days after LSU gymnast and Wednesday PM Forecast: record warmth to break with late week cold front. "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. 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. 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. 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? Gov. Sch. Despite containing details that suggest those vape pens came from the Patterson sting, the warrant stops short of making a direct connection. Sch. Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department documented the biggest drug bust in its history on Tuesday and officials expect Mexican cartels are to blame. 888 illegal THC Products and $887.00 U.S. Currency. 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. As Daniel Burch does sign interpretation, left, Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome speaks at the lectern as District Attorney Hillar Moore III, right, watches. 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. There was a problem saving your notification. Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. BATON ROUGE - Days after LSU gymnast and Wednesday PM Forecast: record warmth to break with late week cold front. 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. The sheriff's office said it seized nearly 1,000 plants between the different locations in East Baton Rouge. Copyright 2021 WAFB. 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. "These numbers represent 245 of our friends, our neighbors, our loved ones," said East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome. This has proven deadly in a community that has been fighting an opioid epidemic for the better part of a decade. 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