Published: 05-19-2026 | Category: Troop G
Shreveport – In February 2026, the Louisiana State Police Bureau of Investigations Bossier Field Office (LSP BFO), in collaboration with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), began an investigation into drug activity in Caddo Parish following reports of significant drug distribution in Shreveport. As the investigation progressed, detectives identified a location associated with the drug sales and a suspect. Subsequently, detectives obtained a narcotics search warrant through the 1st JDC for a residence in Shreveport.
On May 18, 2026, LSP BFO, HSI, DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office, and Bossier City Fire Department executed the search warrant and arrested 67-year-old Billy Ray Williams of Shreveport. As part of the investigation, detectives seized approximately one and a half pounds of marijuana, approximately 19 grams of crack cocaine, and approximately 38 grams of powder cocaine. Additionally, detectives confiscated five firearms, a ballistic panel vest, and approximately $4,800 in U.S. currency.
Williams was processed in the Caddo Correctional Center and charged with unlawful use of body armor, firearms in the presence of a controlled dangerous substance, possession of a firearm by a person convicted of certain felonies, manufacture and distribution of narcotics (schedule I), and manufacture and distribution of narcotics (schedule II). This investigation remains active and ongoing, with more arrests expected.
Louisiana State Police remain committed to working alongside our federal, state, and local public safety partners to ensure safe communities across the state. To report suspicious or criminal activity in your community, the Louisiana State Police online reporting system is available to the public through a convenient, anonymous, and secure reporting form that is submitted to the appropriate investigators. The form can be accessed by visiting lsp.org and clicking on the Report Suspicious or Criminal Activity.
Contact Information:
Trooper Eddie Thomas
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section-Troop G
Office: (318) 741-7411
[email protected]
