SCAT Narcotics Investigation Yields Two Arrests

An investigation by Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s SCAT Deputies has led to the arrest of two suspects, Carneshia Badger and Johntell Hawkins.  Deputies investigating illegal narcotic activity at a residence in the 200 block of Luke Drive in Monroe executed a search warrant on July 26, 2022.  During the search, Deputies found approximately 3 pounds of suspected marijuana, 5.5 grams of suspected THC edibles (gummies), a large quantity of drug paraphernalia and seven firearms with a large quantity of ammunition. Both Hawkins and Badger were arrested and booked into OCC on 1 ct. each of Possession With Intent to Distribute CDS Schedule I (marijuana) and 1 ct. of Illegal Possession of a Firearm in the Presence of CDS.  Badger was also booked on several unrelated outstanding warrant charges.

The investigation is continuing.