Deputies in Louisiana Arrested a Felon During a Traffic Stop After Firearm was Located and a K-9 Alerted to Drugs

Jeff Davis Parish, Louisiana – Deputies in Louisiana made an arrest of a felon allegedly in possession of a firearm, marijuana, and fentanyl after a K-9 alerted them during a traffic stop on I-10 West.

According to the Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, around 10:30 p.m. on January 24, 2023, Deputies made an arrest on Interstate 10 west milepost 47.

A traffic stop turned into a felony arrest after the vehicle was stopped. Melvin Alexander Dillard Jr., 32, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, was reportedly driving without a license.

Deputies reportedly discovered Fentanyl and marijuana inside the vehicle after a K-9 alerted. Deputies also reportedly discovered a Glock 10 mm semi-automatic pistol with a 30-round magazine.

Melvin Dillard’s rental vehicle was towed, and he was charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, possession of a firearm with CDS, possession of marijuana, and possession of CDS (Fentanyl) and booked into the parish jail.

An arrest is an indication that probable cause exists to believe the subject was involved in the offense alleged. A person is presumed innocent until proven guilty.