In a shocking turn of events, Houma resident Joshua Bogen, 31, has pleaded guilty to violating the Federal Controlled Substances Act, the Federal Gun Control Act, and assaulting a federal officer. The crime, which took place on October 18, 2021, saw Bogen transporting approximately two pounds of crystal methamphetamine from Houma to a residence on Pauger Street in New Orleans to conduct a drug deal.
According to court documents, Bogen, a convicted felon, was carrying a large bag containing 1009.9 grams of pure methamphetamine and a Glock Model 26 Gen 4, nine-millimeter semi-automatic handgun with a round in the chamber. DEA agents turned on their surveillance unit’s flashing blue lights and began to exit the vehicle, at which point Bogen brandished his handgun and pointed it directly at one of the agents.
The agents took cover at the rear of the vehicle and one shot was fired in Bogen’s direction. Bogen, who was not wounded, immediately threw the handgun and the large bag of methamphetamine over the fence adjacent to the driveway of the residence and surrendered.
Bogen faces a mandatory minimum sentence of ten years, up to life imprisonment, a fine of up to $10,000,000, and at least five years of supervised release following any term of imprisonment for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. For brandishing a firearm during and in relation to the commission of a drug trafficking offense, Bogen faces a statutory minimum sentence of seven years of imprisonment, up to life, to run consecutive with any other sentence, a fine of up to $250,000, and up to five years of supervised release.
Bogen also faces up to ten years imprisonment, a fine of up to $250,000, and up to three years supervised release for being a felon in possession of a firearm. For assaulting a federal officer, Bogen faces up to twenty years imprisonment, a fine of up to $250,000, and up to three years supervised release.
This case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration. The prosecution is being handled by Assistant United States Attorney J. Benjamin Myers of the Narcotics Unit. Bogen’s guilty plea marks a significant blow to the city’s efforts to combat methamphetamine trafficking and violent crime.
Bogen’s sentencing is scheduled for a later date. In the meantime, he remains in custody awaiting his fate. The community is left to wonder what drove Bogen to engage in such reckless behavior, and what measures can be taken to prevent similar crimes from occurring in the future.
As the investigation continues, one thing is clear: Bogen’s actions have had a profound impact on the lives of those involved, and the community at large.
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Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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