LSU Student Arrested for Drug Possession
Authorities discovered nitrous oxide and marijuana in a campus apartment on Sunday.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Drug Crime
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Louisiana State University police arrested 18-year-old student Boyd Hebert IV after a search of his dorm revealed illegal substances. He was booked into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison following the incident.
Why it matters
The investigation highlights ongoing efforts by campus law enforcement to address drug-related complaints within university housing. Compliance with campus drug policies remains a central focus for student safety and university oversight.
Police booked Boyd Hebert IV into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison on charges including dangerous chemical substances use, marijuana possession, and possession of paraphernalia.
The players
Boyd Hebert IV
He is an 18-year-old Louisiana State University student from Thibodaux who was arrested by campus police.
Louisiana State University Police Department
This is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for maintaining safety and security on the LSU campus.
The details
Campus police arrived at the East Campus Apartments after a resident assistant reported a drug complaint. The suspect, a Thibodaux native, provided consent for officers to search his living quarters, where they found the cache of illicit items.
Timeline
September 29, 2026, at 5:54 p.m.: LSU police responded to the reported drug complaint.
Legal Context
The arrest reflects a broader legal landscape where universities partner with local law enforcement to enforce Louisiana's dangerous chemical substances use statutes. Similar incidents on college campuses are routinely prosecuted through the local parish jail system to maintain student code compliance.
The incident at East Campus Apartments has prompted a review of security and drug-reporting procedures within university housing. Residents should remain aware that student housing falls under active campus policing protocols regarding illicit substances.
The takeaway
Students living on campus are subject to rigorous search policies when drug complaints are filed by residential staff. Maintaining adherence to university and state guidelines is essential to avoiding criminal charges and disciplinary action.
Further reading
Learn more about local enforcement efforts at the Drug Crime section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KTVE 10 KARD 14 myarklamiss.
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