Wildlife Agents in Louisiana Cite Two Men For Drugs, Weapons, and Other Charges, Arrest One for DWI

Louisiana – Wildlife agents in Louisiana have cited two men for drugs, weapons, and other charges, and arrested one for DWI.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) reported on April 13, 2023, that on April 12, enforcement agents cited two men for alleged drug and firearm crimes in Acadia Parish.

Authorities cited Anthony Martin, 38, of Morse, Louisiana, and Raymond Daniel, 35, of Pasadena, Texas, for illegal carrying of a weapon. Martin was also arrested for operating or driving a vessel while impaired (DWI), possession of cocaine, possession of a firearm while in possession of cocaine, operating a watercraft while under license revocation, intentional littering, failing to comply with personal flotation device (PFD) requirements, and failing to comply with boater education requirements. Daniel was also cited for marijuana possession.

Agents were on patrol when they discovered Martin driving a 14-foot watercraft with Daniel as a passenger. Agents made contact with the males and reportedly detected a strong stench of alcohol emanating from Martin. During a field sobriety test, agents determined that Martin was inebriated.

Martin was also found with cocaine and a concealed firearm, according to agents. Agents then discovered Daniel in possession of marijuana and a concealed firearm. Authorities also discovered that Martin threw an empty beer bottle into the water.

Agents booked Martin into the Acadia Parish Jail.

Possession of cocaine is punishable by a $5,000 fine and up to two years in prison. DWI on the water carries a $300 to $1,000 fine and up to six months in prison. Possession of marijuana can result in a $500 fine and six months in prison. Unlawful carrying of a weapon and possession of a firearm while in possession of cocaine can result in a $500 fine and six months in jail for each conviction. Deliberate littering can result in a $500 fine and eight hours of community service.

Operating a boat when your license is revoked carries a $400 to $950 fine and up to 120 days in jail. Failure to comply with PFD and boater education requirements can result in a $50 fine for each infraction.

Agents involved in the case include Sgt. Buddy Murray, Corporal Adriel Herrera, and Senior Agent Jacob Cramer.

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.