A continuing investigation into street drug sales downtown by Specialized Investigations Division undercover detectives with support from Central Precinct officers led to Friday night’s arrests of five persons related to the sales of cocaine.
Cedric Freeman, 36, who sold an undercover detective a gram of cocaine on May 18, was located and arrested Friday night on 3rd Avenue South near Demonbreun Street. He possessed a gram of cocaine when he was taken into custody.
Shane Thompson, 41, sold an undercover detective a gram of cocaine on 2nd Avenue South under the pedestrian bridge Friday night after first getting it from Marchelle Waller, 43, on 2nd Avenue South at Malloy Street. Both men were arrested.
Marc Henderson, 52, sold a gram of cocaine to an undercover officer in Printers Alley Friday night after first getting it from Antonio Clark, 42, at 3rd Avenue South and Malloy Street. Both men were arrested.
This continuing operation is in response to recent drug overdose cases in the downtown area.
For those seeking treatment for drug addiction, the Community Overdose Response Team (CORT) can help. The Community Overdose Response Team is a free and confidential resource to help find drug and alcohol treatment for individuals who are at risk of an overdose. The service is offered free of charge regardless of health insurance status. The team works with an individual to determine the appropriate level of care (e.g., detox, residential, or outpatient treatment, etc.). To make a referral or learn more about this resource for our community, call CORT at 615-687-1701.
