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MEDIA RELEASE

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On 09/04/2024 Agents with the Lauderdale County Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at 658

West Mobile St in Florence. The search warrant was obtained due to the drug dealing activities of a suspect

that resides at the residence. A search of the residence revealed Marijuana, Cocaine, and approximately 1000

Fentanyl pills. The pills weighed approximately 100 grams. Agents located various pieces of paraphernalia

including necessary items used for distributing or concealing drugs. The street value of the drugs seized is

approximately $12,000.

Arrested and charged:

Napoleon Ragland 52, Florence

Trafficking in Fentanyl

Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance

Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd

Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Agencies assisting the Lauderdale County Drug Task Force during this investigation were the

Florence/Lauderdale Special Operations Team, Florence Police Department, Lauderdale County Sheriff’s

Office, Lauderdale County District Attorney’s Office, and DEA.

Additional charges and offenders are expected. All suspects are innocent until proven guilty.