A coordinated narcotics operation conducted by DeSoto Parish law enforcement on March 18 led to the arrest of two individuals and the seizure of suspected crack cocaine and drug paraphernalia.
DeSoto Narcotics Agents, DeSoto SWAT, and the DeSoto K-9 Unit executed search warrants at two locations in Mansfield as part of an ongoing crackdown on drug distribution in the parish.
Jacobs Street Arrest
The first raid took place in the 400 block of Jacobs Street, where authorities apprehended James Johnson, 60. Johnson was wanted for three counts of Distribution of Schedule II (Crack Cocaine) based on investigative findings. During the search of his residence, narcotics agents discovered suspected cocaine and various drug paraphernalia. Johnson was taken into custody without incident and booked into the DeSoto Parish Detention Center.
James Johnson’s Charges:
(3) Counts of Distribution of Schedule II (Crack Cocaine)
Possession of Schedule II (Cocaine)
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Johnson Street Apartments Arrest
Later that evening, law enforcement executed a second search warrant at the Johnson Street Apartments in Mansfield, where they located Anthony Horton, 48. Horton was wanted for six counts of Distribution of Schedule II (Crack Cocaine), as well as two counts of Cruelty to Juveniles—charges stemming from the investigation. Horton was also arrested without incident and booked into the DeSoto Parish Detention Center.
Anthony Horton’s Charges:
(6) Counts of Distribution of Schedule II (Crack Cocaine)
(2) Counts of Cruelty to Juveniles
These arrests mark a significant step in DeSoto Parish’s ongoing efforts to combat the resurgence of crack cocaine in the community. Sheriff Jayson Richardson emphasized the department’s commitment to tackling illegal drug activity, noting that these investigations, along with future operations, aim to keep DeSoto Parish safe.
The Tri-Parish Drug Task Force continues to work alongside DeSoto Narcotics Agents to identify and apprehend those involved in drug trafficking in the region.