New Orleans, LA – Seven people were arrested and multiple weapons, drugs, and cash were seized following a multi-agency investigation in New Orleans this month, according to the Louisiana State Police (LSP).
The coordinated effort—called Operation Traffic Control—was launched by Troop NOLA alongside the New Orleans Police Department, FBI, and federal task force partners. Authorities said the operation was prompted by a string of violent crimes, including two homicides earlier this month near Philip Street.
According to LSP, the investigation led to the recovery of eight firearms—two of which were stolen—along with nearly $12,000 in cash, 38 grams of cocaine, 34 grams of fentanyl, and other illegal narcotics.
Police said seven suspects, ranging in age from 20 to 56, face multiple charges including firearm possession, drug trafficking, and resisting arrest. All were booked into the Orleans Parish Justice Center.
Troop NOLA said the operation is part of an ongoing effort to combat drug distribution and gun violence across the New Orleans area. Authorities encouraged residents with information about illegal drug or violent activity to contact detectives or report anonymously through the Louisiana State Police online reporting system.
Contact: Louisiana State Police Fusion Center Hotline: 1-800-434-8007.
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