Reserve Man Pleads Guilty to Crack Charge
RESERVE, Louisiana – A Reserve man has pleaded guilty to charges relating to narcotics trafficking. Michael Sanders, 36, faces a term of imprisonment of up to twenty years, a fine of $1,000,000, and at least three years of supervised release following any term of imprisonment.
Criminal Charges: Sanders conspired with others to distribute cocaine base (“crack”).
Sentencing: Judge Jane Triche Milazzo set sentencing for May 3, 2018.
Prosecution: U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans praised the work of the Drug Enforcement Administration and the St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office. Assistant U.S. Attorney Nicholas D. Moses is in charge of the prosecution.
Sanders’ guilty plea stems from a conspiracy to distribute crack in the Saint John the Baptist Parish area. The investigation was led by the Drug Enforcement Administration and the St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office.
The case is a reminder of the ongoing struggle against narcotics trafficking in Louisiana. The U.S. Attorney’s Office will continue to work with local law enforcement agencies to disrupt and dismantle these criminal organizations.
Michael Sanders will face the consequences of his actions in court on May 3, 2018. The case highlights the importance of collaboration between federal and local law enforcement agencies in combating narcotics trafficking.
Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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