Garrick Jones, Cocaine Conspiracy, Louisiana 2017

Garrick Jones, a 39-year-old man from Reserve, Louisiana, was sentenced to 4 years in prison for his involvement in a cocaine conspiracy and other charges.

According to a recent investigation, Jones was found guilty of conspiring with others to distribute at least 28 grams of cocaine base, also known as 'crack.'

Jones was also charged with retaliating against a witness who provided information to law enforcement regarding the commission of a federal offense. Additionally, he was found to be in possession of a Smith and Wesson .38 caliber pistol, which is a felony.

Jones pled guilty to the charges on October 12, 2017, and was sentenced by Judge Jane Triche Milazzo to 48 months in the Bureau of Prisons, followed by 4 years of supervised release.

The U.S. Attorney's Office praised the work of the Drug Enforcement Administration and the St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff's Office for their role in the investigation.

Assistant U.S. Attorneys Nicholas D. Moses and Edward Rivera are leading the prosecution. The case highlights the ongoing efforts to combat narcotics trafficking in Louisiana and the importance of community cooperation in preventing crime.

Garrick Jones' sentencing serves as a reminder that those involved in narcotics trafficking and other serious crimes will face consequences. The community is safer with Jones behind bars, and it is a testament to the dedication of law enforcement agencies working together to keep our communities safe.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-edla/pr/reserve-man-sentenced-4-years-prison-cocaine-conspiracy