Jaylon Carter, Distribution of Fentanyl, Louisiana 2024

Covington Man Sentenced for Fentanyl Trafficking

In a shocking turn of events, a Covington man has been sentenced to 63 months in prison for his role in distributing fentanyl in St. Tammany Parish. According to a report by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office, Jaylon Carter, 24, was convicted of three counts of distribution of 40 grams or more of a mixture and substance containing a detectable amount of fentanyl, in violation of Title 21, United States Code, Sections 841(a)(1) and 841(b)(1)(B).

Carter was accused of selling fentanyl-laced pills, known as “M30 blue pills,” out of an apartment complex in Covington or from his vehicle. The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office received information about the alleged trafficking in January 2024, and detectives conducted a sting operation using a confidential informant. The informant made three controlled purchases of fentanyl pills from Carter at the apartment complex.

The case was investigated by the Department of Homeland Security Investigations and the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office. The prosecution was handled by Assistant United States Attorney André Jones of the Narcotics Unit.

Carter was sentenced by United States District Judge Susie Morgan to 63 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release. He was also ordered to pay $300 in mandatory special assessment fees.

The sentencing marks a significant victory in the ongoing fight against fentanyl trafficking in the region. Fentanyl has become a major concern in recent years, with the illicit substance claiming thousands of lives across the country.

As the Grimy Times continues to investigate the depths of this crisis, we urge our readers to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

Defendant Information:

Defendant Name: Jaylon Carter

Exact Criminal Charges: Distribution of 40 grams or more of a mixture and substance containing a detectable amount of fentanyl, in violation of Title 21, United States Code, Sections 841(a)(1) and 841(b)(1)(B)

City and State: Covington, Louisiana

Exact Date: January 2024

Sentence or Outcome: 63 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release and $300 in mandatory special assessment fees

Dollar Amounts: $300

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-edla/pr/covington-man-sentenced-federal-controlled-substances-act-violations