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UPDATE: Results of a Search Warrant Leads to Drugs, Counterfeit Bills, Stolen Gun & Cash

by Ambria R. Washington

June 22, 2017

Categories: On Duty

Topics: Good Police Work, Second District

UPDATE: Results of a Search Warrant Leads to Drugs, Counterfeit Bills, Stolen Gun & Cash

UPDATE:

Steven Johnson (DOB: 6-11-93) turned himself on Wednesday wanted after a search warrant of his home revealed drugs, a stolen gun, counterfeit bills and cash. 

 

Orginial Story

The Second District General Assignment Unit is currently searching for Steven Johnson (DOB: 6-11-93) after a search warrant of his home revealed drugs, a stolen gun, counterfeit bills and cash.

For more than two months, Second District officers have been conducting surveillance in the 3800 block of Jena Street. After discovering narcotic activity in the area, a search warrant was executed for Steven Johnson (DOB:06-11-93). Although Johnson was not at the location during the search, officers discovered 46.4GM marijuana, 3.6GM powder cocaine, 10GM crack cocaine, three vials of THC oil, one Tramadol pill and a glock 23C .40 semi-automatic handgun which was recently reported stolen from the 800 block of Octavia Street. 

Officers also located 13 7.62mm rounds, six .45 rounds, 26 .40 rounds, $1,259 in cash, $380 in counterfeit U.S. currency and numerous items that are used in the sale and distribution of narcotics.

Once located, Johnson will be arrested and charged with marijuana distribution, cocaine distribution, possession of tramadol, possession of a weapon while in possession of narcotics and possession of stolen property.

Citizens with information that can help solve a crime are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP.