Traffic stop results in arrest, seizure of illegal narcotics and firearm

According to Sheriff Eddie Langlinais, on May 22, the Vermilion Municipal and Sheriff’s Narcotics Task Force conducted a narcotics investigation leading to the seizure of an assortment of illegal narcotics and an illegal firearm.
Agents observed a traffic violation and conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle whose driver was identified as Barry Guidry, 37. Probable cause was established to search the vehicle. A search of the vehicle resulted in the location of a backpack containing several types of illegal narcotics, clearly intended for distribution as well as a firearm with obliterated serial numbers.
Guidry was arrested and charged with the following:
• Possession with Intent to Distribute Schedule II (Adderall)
• Possession with Intent to Distribute Schedule II (MDMA / Amphetamine)
• Possession with Intent to Distribute Schedule II (Acetaminophen Hydrocodone)
• Possession with Intent to Distribute Schedule I (Fentanyl)
• Possession with Intent to Distribute Schedule IV (Xanax)
• Possession with Intent to Distribute Schedule III (Suboxone)
• Possession with Intent to Distribute Schedule II (Crack Cocaine)
• Possession with Intent to Distribute Schedule II (Methamphetamine)
• Possession with Intent to Distribute Schedule I (Synthetic Marijuana)
• Possession with Intent to Distribute Schedule I (Marijuana)
• Firearm in the Presence of a CDS
• Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon
• Possession of a Firearm with Obliterated Numbers
Sheriff Eddie Langlinais reminds the citizens of Vermilion Parish that this is an ongoing investigation, and all suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty. Information on how to anonymously report illegal activities can be found on our website at www.VermilionSheriff.gov. Click on Anonymous Tips and fill out the Crime Stoppers of Vermilion Tip Form to submit information. You can also report illegal activity anonymously by calling the Crime Stoppers tip line at (337) 740-TIPS (8477) or by downloading and logging in to the P3 app where you can earn a cash reward.