On May 31, Louisiana Tech University Police arrested a 21-year-old Simsboro man after receiving a tip that he was attempting to sell marijuana from his car at Hideaway Park, located on the university's campus.
The suspect, Nicholas Treveion Maryland, was reportedly seen offering marijuana for sale from a silver Honda. A concerned citizen walked into the campus police station and reported the incident, prompting an immediate investigation.
Officers located Maryland near Bulldog Drive behind the Thomas Assembly Center, standing in front of his vehicle. From the outside, officers spotted a digital scale on the center console and a box of sandwich bags on the floor — both items commonly associated with drug distribution.
A subsequent search of Maryland’s vehicle revealed additional evidence: a Glock 19 9mm pistol on the driver’s side floorboard and approximately 80 grams of suspected marijuana, vacuum-sealed and divided into multiple clear bags. Loose marijuana was also found behind the front passenger seat.
While Maryland was initially handcuffed, he attempted to flee the scene on foot but was quickly apprehended approximately 300 yards away. He was then booked into the Lincoln Parish Detention Center and faces multiple charges: possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, resisting an officer, and illegal carrying of a firearm while in possession of a controlled substance. His bail was set at $32,000.
This arrest comes at a time when the cannabis industry is experiencing significant shifts, including major dispensary closures and evolving regulations across the country. While some regions are pushing toward greater legalization and decriminalization, others, like Louisiana, maintain stricter policies—especially in educational zones and public spaces.
As always, it is important to note that individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. This information has been provided by law enforcement and is considered public record.
Whether it’s a local case like this one or broader industry developments, cannabis remains a complex and evolving issue—one that intersects public safety, legal reform, and economic opportunity.
