Executive Summary
- Cornelius Alexander was arrested following a welfare check on Bopamo Lane.
- Deputies seized 572 grams of methamphetamine and 85 grams of cocaine.
- Charges include possession with intent to distribute and outstanding warrants.
LAFAYETTE PARISH, La. — A routine welfare check conducted by the Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office resulted in the arrest of a 36-year-old man on multiple narcotics charges and outstanding warrants. Authorities report that the intervention led to the discovery of significant quantities of methamphetamine, cocaine, and marijuana at a residence in the Duson area.
Deputies initially responded to a home on Bopamo Lane to check on the well-being of the occupant, identified as Cornelius Alexander. According to the Sheriff’s Office, the circumstances encountered at the scene prompted responding deputies to contact narcotics agents. While specific details regarding the initial observations were not disclosed by officials, a search warrant was subsequently obtained and executed at the property.
Investigators reported seizing substantial amounts of illicit substances during the search. The inventory recorded by law enforcement included 572 grams of methamphetamine, 85 grams of cocaine, and 60 grams of marijuana. Consequently, Alexander has been charged with possession with intent to distribute meth, cocaine, and marijuana, in addition to being processed on other active warrants.
Investigative Proceedings
The investigation into the seized narcotics remains active as authorities process the evidence. Law enforcement officials have not indicated whether further arrests are anticipated. It is important to note that Cornelius Alexander is presumed innocent of all charges until proven guilty in a court of law.