Following an undercover investigation being conducted by the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Division Narcotics Unit, a Violet man was arrested for possession with the intent to distribute Tramadol, and a handgun was recovered, Sheriff James Pohlmann said.
Jason Blaise, 29, of the 5600 block of St. Matthew Circle in Violet, was booked Aug. 1 with possession with the intent to distribute Tramadol, possession of heroin, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
During the course of the investigation, agents executed a search warrant at Blaise’s home and recovered Tramadol, heroin, plastic baggies and digital scales.
Agents also recovered a .9mm Smith & Wesson handgun, Sheriff Pohlmann said.
A criminal history check was conducted on Blaise which revealed he has a prior conviction for possession of heroin.
Blaise was transported to St. Bernard Parish Prison to be booked accordingly.
