GRANT PARISH, La. (WNTZ) – A series of narcotics investigations by the Grant Parish Sheriff’s Office has led to the arrests of five individuals on a range of drug and weapons charges, officials announced Monday.

Among those arrested was Dick Hitt III, 37, of Montgomery, who faces charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, domestic abuse battery, and an outstanding warrant.

Also arrested was Tyrodrick Brown, 44, of Montgomery, who is facing multiple felony charges including possession of methamphetamine, amphetamine, and marijuana with the intent to distribute. Brown was additionally charged with aggravated flight from an officer, illegal carrying of weapons with drugs, resisting an officer, possession of synthetic marijuana, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

Timothy Walters, 35, of Port Barre, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine.

Pamela McCollum, 59, of Colfax, was arrested on charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Dylan Racine, 24, of Atlanta, was taken into custody for possession of methamphetamine, illegal carrying of a weapon with drugs, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

The arrests stem from ongoing enforcement efforts targeting illegal drug activity throughout Grant Parish. The sheriff’s office continues to encourage community members to report suspicious activity and assist in efforts to combat narcotics-related crime.