Terry Reed, a 54-year-old resident of Lafayette, receives a 15-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to charges involving methamphetamine distribution and firearm possession. U.S. District Judge Brandon S. Long presided over the sentencing, highlighting Reed’s illegal acquisition of over fifty grams of meth and a Ruger pistol, despite his history as a convicted felon.
The case against Reed is a significant outcome of the Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative, aimed at reducing violent crime through community engagement and law enforcement collaboration. His prosecution underscores ongoing efforts by agencies like the DEA and local sheriff’s offices to enhance community safety and curb drug trafficking in the region.
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