TPSO Traffic Stop Results in Seizure of Rifle, Narcotics, and Cash

March 16, 2026

Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Tim Soignet announced the arrest of a Denham Springs man in connection with a traffic stop investigation.  Levante Tyree Goodson, 29, was arrested for Weapons and Narcotics-related offenses, in connection with the incident. 

On Monday, shortly before 1:30 am, a TPSO Patrol Deputy encountered a vehicle driving in the area of Westside Blvd and Park Ave, which was responsible for committing multiple traffic violations, which led to a traffic stop.  As the Deputy approached the vehicle, a strong odor of Marijuana was immediately detected inside the vehicle.  Further observation revealed that the vehicle was occupied by a male driver, later identified as Levante T. Goodson, along with a female passenger and a young minor child.  As the Deputy was speaking with Goodson, an AK-47 rifle was observed directly next to the drive and center console.  Due to officer safety concerns, Goodson and the female passenger were removed from the vehicle, and as Goodson exited, a large amount of cash was seen on the floorboard area of the vehicle. 

During the course of the investigation, Deputies completed a lawful search of the vehicle, which resulted in the recovery of a rifle, distribution amounts of Marijuana, illegal psychedelic mushrooms, multiple forms of drug paraphernalia, and close to $6,400 in cash.  Due to the investigative findings, Goodson was immediately taken into custody by Authorities.  During the arrest and transport process, Deputies located a bag of cocaine that was linked to Goodson and the incident.

Levante Tyree Goodson was arrested on charges of Illegal Carrying of a Weapon in the Presence of Narcotics (2 counts), Illegal Possession of a CDS in the Presence of a Person Under 17, Obstruction of Justice/Evidence Tampering, Possession with the Intent to Distribute CDS II, Possession With the Intent to Distribute CDS I, Possession of CDS I,  Transactions Involving Drug Proceeds, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and at least two traffic related offenses.  Goodson remains jailed on a $100,000.00 bond by local judges.

Sheriff Tim Soignet would like to commend the efforts of the Patrol Division in this case.  Sheriff Soignet said, “This incident is another example of how proactive Law Enforcement tactics can have a positive impact in our community.  I am proud to work with such a tremendous group of motivated men and women, who dedicate their lives to making our community a safer place.”  

ALL ARRESTED PERSONS ARE PRESUMED INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY

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