Monroe PD arrests suspected major supplier of area’s PCP

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The Monroe Police Department says they’ve arrested a man suspected of being a major PCP (Phencyclidine) supplier in the area.

Police say the bust happened on Dec. 15 after they searched a home in the 1600 block of Dawnview Lane in Monroe. This is just a couple of blocks away from Wossman High School, Jefferson Elementary, and Minnie-Ruffin Elementary.

Authorities say their search warrant was the result of a month-long investigation into Oterrance Jackson, aka “Footz” and alleged illegal activity on his part.

Police say they found the following at the home:

8 ounces of PCP
25 pounds of marijuana
1 pound of ecstasy pills
468 Oxycontin pill
2 ounces of crack cocaine
2.2 ounces of powder cocaine
620 generic Viagra pills
Smith and Wesson .38 revolver
Glock 17 9mm with a 30 round magazine
4 digital scales and baggies used to distribute narcotics
Over $20,000.00 in cash

He was arrested on numerous narcotics and weapons charges, including Possession of a Firearm by Felon and CDS in the Presence of persons under 17. Metro Narcotics Detectives are following up on this investigation. Police say Jackson is also a convicted felon.

Monroe PD also shared the following message for area residents:

“The Monroe Police want the public to know that these drugs, especially PCP, are a problem to everyone. PCP is one of the most dangerous drugs to abuse. PCP is a powerful hallucinogen and anesthetic that can cause both psychological and physical effects that can lead to unpredictable with violent behavior. Once exposed, PCP can take effect in less than 2 minutes and last over 1 hour. As always, if anyone has information on narcotic activity, call the police or contact Crime Stoppers of North Delta.”