Sabine Parish law enforcement agencies were among several local partners involved in a long-term federal investigation that resulted in the indictment of 11 individuals accused of participating in a large, multi-parish drug trafficking organization operating across central Louisiana.

The investigation began in late fall 2024 after the Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office launched a comprehensive narcotics operation targeting drug trafficking organizations operating within Vernon Parish and surrounding areas. As the scope of the investigation expanded, coordinated partnerships were established with multiple agencies, including the Sabine Parish Sheriff’s Office, which contributed extensive manpower and investigative support.

Federal prosecutors said the joint effort targeted both local and out-of-state sources involved in the supply and distribution of illegal narcotics. The investigation ultimately disrupted multiple supply chains and dismantled local distribution networks connected to cartel-supplied drugs.

On Jan. 21, 2026, a federal grand jury in Lafayette returned a 12-count indictment charging 11 defendants with conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute large quantities of methamphetamine and cocaine. The indictment further alleges that one individual possessed more than 2,000 fentanyl pills intended for distribution within the Western District of Louisiana. Prosecutors also allege the use of cell phone communication facilities to facilitate the trafficking operation.

Authorities confirmed all 11 defendants have been arrested and are currently in federal custody.

Those indicted are:

Detrail Harris
Kameron Harris
Barry Pearson
Frank Coleman Jr.
Earl Thompson, also known as Nook
Michael Womack
Sevesta Sweet
Charles Jackson
Andrew Bulloch
Craig Hopkins
Buford Sawyer, also known as Dog Pound

Federal officials emphasized that the charges are allegations and that each defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.

The case is filed in U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana under docket number 26-CR-27. Officials noted the investigation remains ongoing and additional enforcement actions may occur.