The suspect was arrested after deputies found 77 kilos of cocaine in a LaPlace residence, according to police
A 54-year-old man from Louisiana was arrested Monday after authorities discovered more than $2 million worth of cocaine hidden in his Louisiana home, according to police.
The St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office said in a release the man was taken into custody “after deputies discovered more than 77 kilos of cocaine in a LaPlace home,” adding that he “was charged with possession with intent to distribute cocaine.”
The unnamed man is currently “being held in custody in lieu of a $750,000” bond, per the release.
“On Saturday, September 9, 2023, officers began an investigation at the LaPlace home. During the course of the investigation, packages of cocaine were discovered. About 77 kilos of cocaine with a street value of about $2 million were confiscated,” added the release.
“Officers are continuing to investigate this case.”
The St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment.
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