Police report that they have apprehended an individual today who had been responsible for looking after the well-being of children in Louisiana; however, he is also accused of being involved in selling marijuana.
Sergeant Kate Stegall stated in a press release that troopers from Troop NOLA apprehended 27-year-old Anthony Reed, who works for the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) in New Orleans, after investigating a traffic stop.
In the early afternoon, the Louisiana State Police stopped Reed.
Policemen carried out a traffic stop on a Toyota sedan being operated by Reed due to several traffic infractions on North Claiborne Avenue close to Elysian Fields Avenue.
Stegall states that they discovered 218 grams of suspected marijuana along with "items indicative of the distribution of illegal drugs" in the rear seat area.
Reed was taken into custody and admitted to Orleans Parish Jail forPossessing Marijuana with the Intention to Sell, along with several violations related to driving.
David Matlock, the Secretary of the Department of Children and Family Services, issued a statement tonight:
The safety and welfare of children and families stand as our top priority. If a scenario emerges concerning one of our employees that challenges this pledge, we address it with seriousness. We appreciate our cooperation with law enforcement agencies for their ongoing partnership and commitment to safeguarding the community. Their efforts are crucial in ensuring responsibility and sustaining faith within the systems serving Louisiana’s households.
Stegall indicates that the inquiry is still continuing.
Individuals who possess relevant details about this case may submit them anonymously via the Louisiana State Police online reporting system by accessing it. https://speed-online.dps.la.gov/SuspiciousActivity/SAR Or contact the LSP Fusion Center via their hotline at 1-800-434-8007."
