Officers from multiple agencies arrested a 31-year-old Dixie Inn man early Tuesday morning, ending a lengthy investigation into a significant drug distribution operation.
Jamal D. Bailey was apprehended on warrants for distribution of illegal narcotics after Webster Parish Sheriff’s Office narcotics investigators, Minden Police Department officers, and the DEA Task Force executed the arrest.
Sheriff Jason Parker said agents seized approximately 401 grams of methamphetamine, 896 grams of marijuana, and 448 grams of THC edibles. Two 9mm handguns equipped with extended magazines were also confiscated.
“Our investigators began looking into Bailey’s alleged methamphetamine distribution enterprise and, with the assistance of other agencies, uncovered enough information to obtain warrants,” Parker said. “This is a major player that is now out of business.”
Maj. Bobby Igo III, head of the Webster Parish Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division, credited the collaboration between agencies for the successful outcome.
“We have an outstanding relationship with the Minden Police Department and the DEA, and that plays an important part in our investigations,” Igo said. He also noted the expertise of Sgt. Shawn Jenkins, a Webster Parish deputy assigned to the DEA Task Force, as crucial in the investigation.
Parker added that Tuesday’s arrest serves as a reminder to Webster Parish residents that law enforcement is committed to pursuing those involved in illegal activity.
“We want people who commit crimes to know that, no matter how long it takes, we will bring you to justice,” Parker said.
Bailey faces charges of possession with intent to distribute Schedule I (marijuana), possession with intent to distribute Schedule II (methamphetamine), and illegal carrying of a weapon with a controlled dangerous substance. His bond has been set at $100,000.
All subjects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.