Grant Parish Deputies have seized over 71 pounds of marijuana in the largest drug bust in parish history. Sheriff Steven McCain says the large quantity of pot had a street value of $586,000.
“It’s a huge accomplishment for law enforcement and but more importantly for the safety of the people we work for in our community.”
After a month-long investigation, 57-year-olds Charles Dupry and David Hollis, both of Pollock, were arrested in connection with the seizure. McCain says the THC levels in marijuana today are much higher than ever before.
“This was an extremely high potency THC value. The marijuana of the 70’s and 80’s had about three to five percent of THC. And what we’re finding today is running between thirty and forty percent.”
Hollis faces one count of possession with intent to distribute, four counts of illegal carrying of weapons, and one count of possession of drug paraphernalia. Dupry is charged with one count of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Hollis says tips and leads made these arrests possible.
“We would not have been as successful on this case if it weren’t for the help of the public. They certainly deserve the credit and I appreciate them for having the confidence and trust in us to give us the information.”
Detectives also seized four firearms. Dupry and Hollis were booked into Grant Parish jail.
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