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Evangeline Parish officials crack down on illegal drug mailing

EVANGELINE PARISH, La. (KLFY) — Officials are conducting an investigation of illegal drugs being mailed within Evangeline Parish, deputies said.

According to Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Narcotic Agents and the Postal Inspector’s Office, investigations have led to two arrests of large amounts of marijuana, a hand gun and a large amount of cash.

On Friday, deputies discovered a parcel package coming into the city of Ville Platte that contained 2.2 pounds of methamphetamines with a street value over $7000.

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Agents said they were able to intercept the illegal narcotics from being distributed within Evangeline Parish.

At this time, no arrest have been made, however the investigation is ongoing.

Illegal drugs seized during investigation.

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