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Crime, Criminal Justice

Louisiana Mayor Breaks His Silence After Being Arrested for Drug Trafficking

At the young age of 23, Tyrin Truong made history when he was elected mayor of Bogalusa, La.

By

Phenix S Halley

Published

March 1, 2025
Crime, Criminal Justice

Who is the 25-Year-Old Louisiana Mayor Allegedly Caught Up in a Drug Trafficking Ring?

After his release, Tyrin Truong took to social media to thank his supporters and declare his innocence.

By

Phenix S Halley

Published

January 12, 2025
Crime, Criminal Justice

Lord…This Drug Dealer Sentenced to Prison After Doing the Stupidest Thing Ever

Police raided the home of Olusegun Babalola last year, but they let his little brother go for a lack of evidence.

By

Phenix S Halley

Published

December 27, 2024
News

Are These Instagram Influencers Ready to Kiss Their Freedom Goodbye for Federal Prison?

Two social media baddies may take a guilty plea for allegedly trafficking cocaine.

By

Kalyn Womack

Published

January 13, 2024
Culture

When Crack Kills: Media, Misinformation and the Truth About the War on Drugs

“I feel at this moment more and more, that the United States knows what it is, and knows what it does, and knows that it’s racist and doesn’t care.” —Stanley Nelson, Filmmaker text There are very few points in modern American history that have been as devastating to the African-American community as the crack era.…

By

Felice León

Published

April 20, 2021