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Money Laundering Ring Dismantled in Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, LA – In a major victory for law enforcement, Operation Tango and Cash has been recognized for its outstanding work in dismantling an international money laundering business in Baton Rouge.
The operation, which was an extensive effort to dismantle the organization, resulted in federal felony convictions against two corporations and three individuals for various money laundering and narcotics related offenses. The operation also led to the forfeiture of almost $1,000,000.
The investigation involved various sophisticated techniques, including court-authorized wiretaps and undercover agents. The OCDETF Program, which was established in 1982, played a key role in the operation. The program is a nationwide effort to disrupt and dismantle major drug trafficking organizations and money laundering organizations.
Assistant United States Attorneys Jennifer Kleinpeter and Jay Thompson, Special Agent Chris Abney of the Drug Enforcement Administration, and Supervisory Special Agent Ted Magee and Special Agent Andre Guilott of the Criminal Investigations Division of the Internal Revenue Service were specifically recognized for their work on the case. Former Assistant United States Attorney Lane Ewing and support staff at all the agencies also provided invaluable assistance.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Louisiana, the Baton Rouge Office of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, and the Baton Rouge Office of the Criminal Investigations Division of the Internal Revenue Service, along with the Baton Rouge and Gonzales Police Departments and the Sheriff’s Offices in East Baton Rouge Parish, West Baton Rouge Parish, and Ascension Parish, all worked together to bring the operation to a successful conclusion.
Operation Tango and Cash was recognized as the National 2014 Outstanding International Primary Money Laundering Investigation and the 2014 Special Investigation of the Year for the Southeast Region by the OCDETF Director. This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the law enforcement agencies involved in the operation.
The case serves as a reminder of the importance of working together to combat organized crime and money laundering. It also highlights the impact that these operations can have on the community and the lives of those involved.
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Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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