Franklin/Richland Parishes – Louisiana State Police Troop F and the Louisiana State Police Criminal Investigations Division Monroe Field Office, in collaboration with the Franklin and Richland Parish Sheriff’s Offices, recently conducted an enforcement operation under the Joint Enforcement Taskforce initiative. This initiative aims to improve community safety through proactive policing strategies targeting violent crime, drug trafficking, and the illegal possession of firearms.
During the operation, Louisiana State Police provided 65 public assists and conducted 139 traffic stops, resulting in the following enforcement actions and seizures:
· 89 warnings issued
· 27 traffic charges
· 11 criminal arrests
· 2 fugitive warrant arrests
· 1 DWI arrest
· Seizure of approximately 14.3 grams of marijuana
· Seizure of approximately 77.1 grams of synthetic marijuana
· Seizure of approximately 15.7 grams of methamphetamine
Louisiana State Police remains dedicated to safeguarding our communities. The public's cooperation is crucial in reporting criminal or suspicious activities. To facilitate this, Louisiana State Police offers an online reporting system where individuals can submit anonymous reports to the appropriate investigators. Citizens can access the reporting form by visiting www.lsp.org and clicking the “Report Suspicious or Criminal Activity” link.