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Man wanted by Tangipahoa Parish deputies for allegedly dealing fentanyl, meth, other drugs

1 hour 34 minutes 35 seconds ago Tuesday, February 03 2026 Feb 3, 2026 February 03, 2026 1:12 PM February 03, 2026 in News
Source: WBRZ

AMITE — Tangipahoa Parish deputies are looking for a man accused of dealing fentanyl, meth and other drugs out of a home in Amite. 

Ledeven "Phat" Edwards has allegedly been dealing fentanyl, meth, marijuana and various prescription pills from a house on James Road, according to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office.

TPSO said in a search of the home, deputies found drugs, "evidence of drug production and distribution," a semi-automatic gun with a 90-round drum magazine and a 30-round magazine for a different weapon. 

Edwards is wanted on various drug and gun charges and is considered armed and dangerous, TPSO said. Anyone with information on his whereabouts can call TPSO at 985-902-2088 or leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers

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