A Lafayette Parish woman was arrested after narcotics agents discovered a significant stash of illegal drugs, including over 1,000 fentanyl pills, during a search of her home. The seizure also included several firearms, prompting a range of serious charges.
Woman Arrested in Drug Bust with Fentanyl Pills and Firearms
Veronica Noble, 33, of Lafayette Parish, has been arrested and is facing multiple charges, including:
- Three counts of possession with intent to distribute Schedule I controlled dangerous substances
- Two counts of possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substances
- Possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substances
- Possession of a firearm in the presence of controlled dangerous substances
- Possession of a firearm by a person convicted of certain felonies
Details of the Search and Seizure
According to the Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office, narcotics agents executed a search warrant at a home on South Riceland Drive near Toby Mouton Road in the Duson area. The search was part of an ongoing investigation into illegal drug activity.
During the search, agents discovered a variety of illegal narcotics, including approximately 1,400 fentanyl pills, 239 grams of crystal methamphetamine, 18.5 grams of fentanyl, 7 grams of methamphetamine, 50 dextroamphetamine tablets, 27 grams of psilocybin mushrooms, more than 30 unidentified pills, and a small amount of other prescription drugs.
Along with the drugs, agents also seized two shotguns and a handgun from the home.
Ongoing Investigation
The case remains under investigation, and authorities continue to pursue further details. Noble’s arrest highlights the growing concerns surrounding the availability of fentanyl and other dangerous substances in local communities.
As of now, no additional information has been released, but the charges against Noble are significant, reflecting the severity of the drug trafficking and weapons violations.
