Ironic Twist: Package with Marijuana Arrives During Police Interview at St. Landry Residence

A Louisiana man faced an ironic situation during a police interview at his St. Landry Parish residence. A package containing marijuana unexpectedly arrived at his doorstep, adding a unique twist to an already complex investigation.

On December 4, 2023, the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office received a tip about unusually high vehicle traffic at a specific address, sparking drug-related suspicions. Detectives arrived at the residence on December 13, 2023, for their investigation. Donovan Javon Bourgeois, a 30-year-old resident from Church Point, answered the door, unaware of the strong marijuana odor inside.

During the investigation, it was revealed that Bourgeois, his girlfriend, and their two minor children lived in the house. Shockingly, Bourgeois admitted to recent marijuana use and disclosed around two ounces of the substance in the residence.

A thorough search, with homeowners’ consent, uncovered marijuana, a firearm, and an unexpected package via a delivery service. The package, originating from Riverside, California, had no designated recipient on the shipping label. Bourgeois’ girlfriend opened it, revealing ten pounds of suspected marijuana, meticulously shrink-wrapped in black bags, with an estimated value of $15,000.00.

During the search of the residence, police also found,

• A mason jar containing one clear plastic bag of suspected marijuana, weighing around 28 grams.
• A white plastic bag containing approximately 2 grams of marijuana.
• Another clear plastic bag with an estimated 98 grams of suspected marijuana.
• A digital scale.
• A Glock 42 380. caliber handgun.
• A sum of $1627.00 in United States Currency.

Donovan Javon Bourgeois was taken into custody, facing numerous charges, including marijuana possession with intent to distribute, illegal firearm possession, and possession of drug paraphernalia. His arrest underscored the unpredictable nature of criminal investigations.

The truly ironic element of this story lies in the timing of the unexpected package’s arrival, serving as a stark reminder that truth can be stranger than fiction, even in law enforcement.