11 Suspects Arrested in Major Louisiana Drug Bust

Alleged drug trafficking organization linked to Gulf cartel indicted for fentanyl, meth, and cocaine distribution

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Eleven members of an alleged drug trafficking organization linked to the Gulf cartel have been indicted for drug trafficking in central Louisiana. The investigation resulted in the seizure of large amounts of methamphetamine, cocaine, fentanyl, and other contraband.

Why it matters

This bust is part of an ongoing effort by federal, state, and local law enforcement to disrupt the flow of illegal drugs, particularly highly potent and deadly substances like fentanyl, into Louisiana communities. The Gulf cartel's involvement highlights the transnational nature of the drug trade and the need for coordinated law enforcement action.

The details

The 12-count indictment charges the eleven alleged members of the Drug Trafficking Organization (DTO) with conspiring to possess with intent to distribute large quantities of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine. During the investigation, authorities seized approximately 25 pounds of methamphetamine, 1 kilogram of cocaine, 2,000 fentanyl pills, a pill press, $125,000 in cash, and $28,000 in gold bars.

  • The investigation began in early 2025 when the FBI opened a probe into a neighborhood-based gang.
  • The indictment alleges the conspiracy took place from July 11, 2024 to November 2, 2025.
  • The eleven defendants were taken into custody on January 29, 2026.

The players

Gulf Cartel

A powerful Mexican drug trafficking organization that is alleged to have supplied large amounts of illegal drugs to the DTO in Louisiana.

FBI New Orleans, Alexandria RA

The FBI field office that opened the investigation into the neighborhood-based gang and its alleged drug trafficking activities.

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What’s next

The eleven defendants will face trial in federal court for the drug trafficking charges.

The takeaway

This case highlights the transnational nature of the drug trade and the need for coordinated law enforcement action to combat the influx of dangerous substances like fentanyl into local communities.