A Ruston man was arrested last week after police responded to a domestic violence call, and crack cocaine and ecstasy were found on the suspect.
Ladara O’Shay Moore, 47, was arrested after police investigated an incident on Sage Court in southeast Ruston.
The victim was allegedly assaulted by Moore, causing multiple scratch marks on her arms and neck. Her clothes were also ripped.
Moore was found on East California Avenue at Garden Street, and a search revealed approximately 25 grams of crack cocaine and three MDMA (ecstasy) tablets in a backpack he was carrying. He was also found in possession of a large amount of cash separated in into twenties, tens, and fives.
Moore was arrested for domestic abuse battery, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, and possession of MDMA. He was booked at the Lincoln Parish Detention Center.
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