Alexandria PD make narcotic and weapons arrest

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Posted: Aug 29, 2023 / 03:59 PM CDT

Updated: Aug 29, 2023 / 04:15 PM CDT

ALEXANDRIA, La. (WNTZ) – On Friday, August 25, 2023, Alexandria Police officers were working proactive crime suppression throughout Alexandria. Several subjects were arrested as part of this proactive detail. Alexandria Police continue to work eagerly to combat illegal weapons and narcotics in Alexandria. Below are the subjects arrested.

Arrestee	Charges
Jason Harper	Stop Sign Violation Poss of CDS I w/Intent to Distribute Poss of CDS I w Intent to Distribute (THC Cartridges) Poss Drug Paraphernalia
Derrick Charles	Bicycle Violation Illegal carrying weapon Felon in Poss of firearm
Calvin Celestgine II	Speeding Illegal Tint Poss. of CDS I w/Intent to Distribute Poss. of CDS I w/Intent to Distribute (Ecstasy) Poss. of Drug Paraphernalia
Deandre Johnson	Bicycle violation Illegal carrying Felon in poss of firearm Poss Marijuana 1st Poss Fentanyl Less than 2 gm Poss CDS I less than 2 gm Poss with intent CDS V

Johnson was previously convicted in 2019 for illegal firearms possession.

This is currently an ongoing investigation.

The Alexandria Police Department encourages citizens to report suspicious activity that they witness. If anyone has any information about this incident or any other type of crime in the Alexandria area, please contact the Alexandria Police Detective Division at (318) 441-6416, or APD Dispatch at (318) 441-6559.