Three people have been arrested in a drug bust says Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre.
Narcotics agents seized methamphetamine, cash, and other related items in the bust which led to the arrest of Gary Allan Matherne, 25, was arrested along with his father, Gary Matherne Jr., 53, and Sierra Cheramie, 30.
Agents began an investigation after receiving a tip about alleged illegal drug activity at the Mathernes’ residence on South Leon Drive in Gheens. Agents obtained a searched the residence on April 15.
During the search, agents located approximately 6.8 ounces of methamphetamine, $4,396 in cash, and various items commonly associated with the sale of illegal narcotics, all of which was determined to belong to Gary Allan Matherne. Agents also found methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.
All three suspects were booked in to the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex.
Gary Allan Matherne was charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and his bail is set at $250,300.
Gary Matherne Jr. was charged with Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and his bail is set at $25,300.
Sierra Cheramie was also charged with Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and her bail is set at $2,300.
