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One of the youngest mayors in Louisiana history was arrested Tuesday for his role in an alleged drug-trafficking ring that moved opioids, pot and MDMA — two years to the day of his swearing-in ceremony.
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When he was sworn in on Jan. 7, 2023, Truong became the city’s youngest mayor and tied the state record for youngest mayor in Louisiana history, NOLA.com said.
One of Louisiana’s youngest mayors arrested in connection with drug-trafficking investigation
The joint task force operation found the organization was distributing various drugs, including opioids, high-grade marijuana, THC products and MDMA. The operation was using social media to distribute drugs and manage payments, officials said. The profits from the drug sales were used to purchase firearms, officials said, and some of those firearms were then funneled to individuals who have been banned from owning them. Some firearms have been linked to violent crimes in the area, police said.
The investigation resulted in the issuance of seven arrest warrants, including for Truong, 25.
Louisiana mayor arrested after drug trafficking investigation
Troung was arrested in a joint law enforcement effort. He was released on a $150k bond.
Bogalusa Mayor Tyrin Truong released from jail
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When he was sworn in on Jan. 7, 2023, Truong became the city’s youngest mayor and tied the state record for youngest mayor in Louisiana history, NOLA.com said.
One of Louisiana’s youngest mayors arrested in connection with drug-trafficking investigation
The joint task force operation found the organization was distributing various drugs, including opioids, high-grade marijuana, THC products and MDMA. The operation was using social media to distribute drugs and manage payments, officials said. The profits from the drug sales were used to purchase firearms, officials said, and some of those firearms were then funneled to individuals who have been banned from owning them. Some firearms have been linked to violent crimes in the area, police said.
The investigation resulted in the issuance of seven arrest warrants, including for Truong, 25.
Louisiana mayor arrested after drug trafficking investigation
Troung was arrested in a joint law enforcement effort. He was released on a $150k bond.
Bogalusa Mayor Tyrin Truong released from jail
