A two-month long investigation into the illegal distribution of anabolic steroids has led to the arrest of a Natchitoches Police Officer according to Natchitoches Parish Sheriff Stuart Wright.
The investigation began approximately two-months ago, when Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Detectives received a tip of a law enforcement officer allegedly selling illegal anabolic steroids in the Natchitoches area.
Anabolic steroids, a Schedule III, Controlled Dangerous Substance, is mostly used to increase lean muscle mass, enhance athletic performance and improve physical appearance when using them in conjunction with weight training.
A thorough investigation, ultimately led to sufficient evidence and probable cause to obtain criminal arrest warrants signed by a 10th Judicial District Court Judge for the arrest of Jonas McFerrin.
On Wednesday morning, October 2, 2024, McFerrin was arrested at the NPSO Criminal Investigations Bureau.
McFerrin, 36, formerly of Natchitoches but currently residing in Rapides Parish was transported and booked into the Natchitoches Parish Detention Center charged with 2-counts of Distribution of CDS III Anabolic Steroids and 1-count of Malfeasance in Office.
The investigation remains active and ongoing.
No further details will be released at this time pending the ongoing investigation.
Detectives say Natchitoches Police Department were notified and briefed of the arrest.
If you see something suspicious or observe criminal activity in your community, contact the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office at 318-357-7851. Narcotic tips hotline: 238-8477.
