In an ongoing effort to combat drug-related crime and keep the community safe, Sheriff Jayson Richardson has announced the latest arrests made by the DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office (DPSO) Narcotics Division throughout February.

The department continues to hold accountable those who attempt to distribute illegal substances such as methamphetamine, cocaine, crack, fentanyl, ecstasy, and illegally used prescription drugs. Many of the suspects arrested were not DeSoto Parish residents but were apprehended while attempting to bring narcotics into the area.

Sheriff Richardson praised the combined efforts of the DPSO Narcotics Agents, K9 Unit, Street Level Interdiction Unit (SLIU), Directed Patrol, SWAT, and the Tri-Parish Task Force for their commitment to keeping DeSoto Parish safe.

Arrests & Charges:
The following individuals were booked into the DeSoto Detention Center and remain presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law:

February 6, 2025 – Jeffrey A. Haley, 43, of Gary, Texas
Charges: Possession of Meth, Possession of Marijuana, No License Plate Light, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and multiple out-of-state fugitive warrants

February 8, 2025 – Carlos P. Crawford, 34, of Zwolle, LA
Charges: Possession of Meth, Possession of Marijuana, Improper Display of a License Plate, and Second or Subsequent Offenses.

February 26, 2025 – Roy L. Bonner, 37, of Mansfield, LA
Charges: Possession of Meth, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Driving Without a License, and No Tail Lamps.

February 27, 2025 – Debbie L. Antley, 55, of Shreveport, LA
Charges: Possession of Meth, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and a Traffic Lane Violation.

February 27, 2025 – Billy G. Cliff, 42, of Shreveport, LA
Charges: Possession of Meth, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Turn Signal Violation, and Second or Subsequent Offense.

Methamphetamine Cases Dominate Arrests

Sheriff Richardson noted that methamphetamine remains the most frequently encountered drug in these operations. Authorities continue to work diligently to curb its distribution and keep the community safe.

Law enforcement officials encourage residents to report any suspected drug activity to the DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office as they continue their efforts to reduce illegal narcotics in the area.