Louisville, Ala. — A large-scale drug operation in Barbour County led to two arrests and the seizure of hundreds of thousands of dollars in illegal drugs and weapons. Louisville is north of Dothan between Eufaula and Troy.
According to the Barbour County Sheriff’s Office, deputies along with the department’s drug unit executed three search warrants during the early morning hours of April 30. The warrants were carried out simultaneously at three residences within the city limits of Louisville.
Authorities say three teams of six deputies responded to the locations, making forced entry through the doorways at each residence.
Investigators reported seizing a significant amount of illegal narcotics, including 714 grams of cocaine, 1,184 grams of methamphetamine, 309 grams of ecstasy pills, 1,860 grams of marijuana, and smaller amounts of mushrooms, amphetamine salts, and synthetic cannabinoids. Officials estimate the total street value of the drugs at more than $367,000.
In addition to the drugs, deputies recovered 23 firearms—four of which were reported stolen—along with 108 THC vape pens, three vehicles, six containers of moonshine, three pairs of brass knuckles, and $512 in U.S. currency.
Authorities identified the suspects as Don McClendon Jr., 69, of West Street in Louisville, and Xzavier Dontrail Hill, 28, of Shipman Quarters. Both were arrested, processed, and booked into the Barbour County Jail, where they remain pending a bond hearing.
Officials say the case was under investigation by the Barbour County Sheriff’s Office Drug Unit for approximately five months.
“I would like to thank the men and women of the Barbour County Sheriff’s Office for their professionalism and dedication,” Sheriff Smith said. “Your efforts helped to provide a valuable service to the community and ensured safe operation. I am extremely proud of each of you.”
