RAYNE, La. (KLFY) — A Rayne man arrested following a fatal overdose investigation and faces several felony charges, including second-degree murder, police said.
Joseph Anthony Roy Jr., of Rayne, was arrested Tuesday and charged with the following:
- second-degree murder
- possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine
- possession with intent to distribute cocaine
- illegal carrying of a weapon in the presence of a CDS
- cruelty to juveniles
- possession of drug paraphernalia
Officers responded to a series of medical emergencies involving drug overdoses around Feb. 21 to Feb 22. One of these incidents resulted in the death of a man. Later on, authorities identified a primary source of the narcotics believed to be laced with fentanyl, police said.
The investigation led to the search of a residence located at Crandall Avenue in Rayne on Tuesday. Authorities said they found:
- quantities of methamphetamine and cocaine
- a 9mm firearm and ammunition.
- digital scales and packaging materials consistent with the distribution of illegal narcotics.
- various items of drug paraphernalia.
Officers reported the residence was in extremely poor condition, with controlled substances stored in a manner that was easily accessible to children present in the home…