10/09/2026
***PRESS RELEASE***
On October 7, 2026, the Henderson Police Department, in coordination with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), conducted a narcotics investigation in the 400 block of North Broadway Street in Henderson, Texas.
During the investigation, officers observed activity consistent with narcotics trafficking. A subsequent traffic stop was conducted, resulting in the seizure of approximately 29.3 grams of suspected powder co***ne and $1,928.00 in United States currency.
One adult male was arrested and charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver, Penalty Group 1, 4–200 grams; Tampering with Evidence; and Evading Arrest or Detention.
Based on information developed during the investigation, the Henderson Police Department obtained a residential search warrant.
The Henderson Police Department, with assistance from members of the Northeast Texas Regional SWAT and the Drug Enforcement Administration, executed the search warrant at a residence associated with the investigation. The search resulted in the recovery of:
• Approximately 254.5 grams of suspected powder co***ne
• Approximately 4.5 grams of suspected crack co***ne
• Approximately 143.2 grams of suspected ma*****na
• Approximately 1,019.2 grams of suspected codeine
• Approximately 22.5 grams of pressed pills believed to contain methamphetamine
• Approximately 32.7 grams of pharmaceutical pills believed to be hydrocodone
• Approximately 21.5 grams of pharmaceutical pills believed to be alprazolam
• $11,326.00 in United States currency
• An estimated $136,000.00 in custom gold and diamond jewelry, including items bearing gang- and narcotics-affiliated insignia
• One 9mm Ta**us handgun
• One SUV
As a result of the residential search, one adult male was arrested and charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver, Penalty Group 1, 200–400 grams, and Unlawful Possession of a Fi***rm by a Felon.
The Henderson Police Department would like to remind residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious or potentially criminal activity to law enforcement. Information from the community continues to play an important role in identifying and addressing illegal narcotics activity.
The Henderson Police Department would also like to thank its local, state, and federal law enforcement partners for their cooperation and assistance throughout this investigation, including the Rusk County Sheriff's Office, Texas Department of Public Safety, Kilgore Police Department, and United States Drug Enforcement Administration.
All charges are allegations, and defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
