Youngsville man survives exposure to fentanyl and methamphetamine

Youngsville man survives exposure to fentanyl and methamphetamine

YOUNGSVILLE, La. (KLFY) -- For Cody Mullen the day started just like any other, stopping at a local gas station to buy a gallon of water. Mullen said the day started off like any normal day. "I went back to my office, happened to eat a couple of handfuls of cashews, didn't wash my hands," he said. Shortly after, Mullen said the day took a turn for the worse when he began feeling ill. While he initially thought it could be the flu, the downward s…

Ellenton Man Admits To Massive Fentanyl, Cocaine Deal; Faces Decades In Prison

Alexis Soto Escalante, 20, of Ellenton, has pleaded guilty to charges of conspiracy and possession with intent to distribute significant quantities of fentanyl and cocaine, Acting United States Attorney Sara C. Sweeney announced. Soto Escalante faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 5 years and up to 40 years in federal prison. A sentencing date has […] Ellenton Man Admits To Massive Fentanyl, Cocaine Deal; Faces Decades In Prison

Huntington man admits intent to distribute fentanyl and crack

Semaj Markes Leondre Figg, a 33-year-old resident of Huntington, West Virginia, has pleaded guilty to federal drug charges involving fentanyl and cocaine base, commonly known as crack. The plea was entered in court today.The case dates back to February 9, 2024, when law enforcement officers responded to a report of gunfire at an 11th Avenue residence in Huntington. Upon arrival, they encountered Figg and arrested him on an outstanding warrant. A…