Elite Fitness e-mail lab busted

[absolutebob]

Just got this emailed from one of my buddies. Don't know how current it is and please forgive me if it is a repost.


Underground Steroid Lab Busted

On Monday, March 7, 2005, the Louisiana State Police West District Narcotics Section, with assistance from the Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office Narcotics Unit, culminated a two year investigation with the arrests of three Terrebonne parish residents. Arrested were: Mr. Eddie Matherne (50 years old from Houma, LA), his son Mr. Todd Matherne (24 years old from Houma, LA), and Ms. Celeste Gauthreaux (24 years old from Bourg, LA). All three were arrested and booked into the Terrebonne Parish Criminal Justice Facility.

On Monday, March 7th, the agents listed above intercepted what they believed to be a package containing precursors to manufacture illegal narcotics destined for the address of Todd Matherne. After obtaining and executing a search warrant on the package, agents obtained search warrants on the addresses of Todd and Eddie Matherne, (two separate apartments in the same complex on Mall Circle in Houma, LA).

When the agents executed the search warrant on the apartment of Mr. Eddie Matherne, they discovered a makeshift laboratory in a room on the second floor complete with an illegal pill press (used in the manufacturing of pills). Numerous precursor chemicals along with completed illegal drugs were located in this room. The suspected narcotics found in this room are believed to be valium, different forms of steroids , Cialis, and some that could not be identified. Agents confiscated the pills, equipment, and all of the precursor chemicals and they are now being processed by the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab in Baton Rouge, LA for positive identification.

Upon executing the search warrant at the apartment of Mr. Todd Matherne, agents located and seized a large amount of cash, two weapons, and computers. These computers, both laptops and desk top versions will be analyzed for their content. Agents also located a small amount of what they suspect to be methamphetamine in Mr. Todd Matherne's apartment.

Agents believe that Mr. Todd Matherne (the son) would receive the shipments of chemicals used to manufacture the illegal narcotics at his apartment then bring them to his father, Mr. Eddie Matherne. They both live in the same apartment complex (different apartments) on Mall Circle in Houma, LA. Once Mr. Eddie Matherne (the father) received the chemicals, he would then take these chemicals and make them into a pill form, capsule form, or liquid form to be distributed. Agents believe that most of the distribution was being done through the mail. The agents also believe that most of the chemicals used in the manufacturing process were shipped from overseas. Because of their part, both Mr. Eddie and Mr. Todd Matherne were arrested and originally charged with illegal manufacture of narcotics and possession with the intent to distribute illegal narcotics (however, more charges are pending). Ms. Celeste Gauthreaux, who was present in Mr. Todd Matherne's apartment at the time of the search warrant, was also arrested and charged with the same charges. Agents located a small amount of what they suspect to be methamphetamine on her person.

As of this time, agents are still attempting to obtain a valid final count of that was taken as evidence. The official count of all illegal narcotics seized during this search warrant is still on-going. An approximate amount of the illegal narcotics confiscated is listed below:

Pills -
10,180 Winstrol pills - form of steroid
6,440 Anadrol pills - form of steroid
3,500 Cialis pills

Small Bottles -
727 small bottles of various forms of liquid steroid

Capsules
300 Stanozolo capsules - form of steroid
1,500 Nolvadex capsules - form of steroid
800 Anabol capsules - form of steroid
2,400 Clomid capsules - used in conjunction with steroids
600 Dianabol capsules - form of steroid
1,900 Cialis capsules

Unknown Pills
40 - Unmarked bottles
4,300 - Unmarked pills

The above represents the pills, capsules, and liquid form of illegal narcotics in which agents believed were manufactured in the apartment. The numbers below represent the amount of chemicals and precursors confiscated from the apartment in which agents believe was being used to manufacture the illegal narcotics:

11 large bottles or containers of various ingredients
15.16 pounds of an unknown white substance

** Note ** - The suspected valium pills are currently being processed by the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab for verification and an approximate count is not available at this time.

These arrests were the culmination of a two year investigation and would not have been possible without the assistance, support, and dedication of the Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office. "This investigation is a perfect example of the cooperation, dedication, and professionalism of the Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office," stated Captain David Staton (Commander, Narcotics Section of the Louisiana State Police), "And we want to thank them for all of the assistance and time they provided throughout this investigation." Special Agent in Charge (SAC) Michael A. Holt (Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement) echoed those statements.

"This team effort illustrates the commitment of local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to fight criminal activity wherever it occurs," said Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Special Agent in Charge Michael A. Holt, "Thanks to the coordinated efforts of all the agencies involved in this operation, we helped to stop these steroids from being distributed. Our message is clear: We will work together to put a stop to all those who sell illegal substances and threaten the safety of our communities." The manufacturing, distribution, and possession of illegal narcotics will simply not be tolerated. "This investigation further proves that the State Police, as well as any other agency who assists us, will be tireless in our dedication to prevent drugs from ravaging our community," states Captain Val Penouilh (Commander, Louisiana State Police Troop C), "I would like to take this time to thank the Louisiana State Police West District Narcotics Section, the Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office for their diligence, professionalism, and patience in the successful culmination of this investigation."

This investigation is dynamic and agents are still following leads. With the assistance of the Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office Narcotics Section, more arrests are expected locally, nationally, and internationally. All three of the above are initially being charged with state charges, however, agents are fully expecting to file federal charges once the US Attorney's Office is contacted pending the outcome of the investigation. The Louisiana State Police is dedicated to preventing drugs from damaging our communities. If you have knowledge of illegal narcotics or witness suspicious behavior which leads you to believe that illegal narcotics are involved, you are encouraged to contact the Louisiana State Police Narcotics Section on their tip line. That number is 1-800-535-3344. The call is free and callers do not have to leave their name. By working together as a community, we can make a difference!


Here are some pics of the lab.

[BodyMechanic]

It is a couple weeks old.

[JdFlex]

Yeah its a repost.

[absolutebob]

It is a couple weeks old.

I thought it probably was but thought I might post it just incase anyone hasn't seen it.

Does anyone know what they will do with the computers now. Are they actually going to arrest their customers or is it just more of their suppliers?

[slob]

1,500 Nolvadex capsules - form of steroid

A form of steroid ?

[Big Rig]

A form of steroid?

Yeah,,,,these jokers really did their homework on this huh.

[flabbywussy]

anyone notice that big jug of wesson? hope he didn't put that in the gear

[G-1000]

15.16 pounds of an unknown white substance Unknown Pills 40 - Unmarked bottles
4,300 - Unmarked pills

so what do they know ????

[G-1000]

anyone notice that big jug of wesson? hope he didn't put that in the gear

lol i did that is a ugl for you

[alluprbdy]

anyone notice that big jug of wesson? hope he didn't put that in the gear

I was wondering the same thing dont see any other reason why that'd be near the gear. That is te first time I've ever seen pics of a ugl lab, and did they have juice in gatorade bttl's or am I seeing stuff?

[absolutebob]

I was wondering the same thing dont see any other reason why that'd be near the gear. That is te first time I've ever seen pics of a ugl lab, and did they have juice in gatorade bttl's or am I seeing stuff?

It looks like it could be gear. It is at least the oil and that just isn't sanitary. That is why people shouldn't buy from UGL's in my opinion. I think I'm going to start a new thread with that picture and label it why you shouldn't buy from UGL's. Plus is it just me or do you guys think that it just dosn't look sanitary for a place you are making something that is injected into your body.

[G-1000]

that is one of the worst i have seen

[alluprbdy]

It looks like it could be gear. It is at least the oil and that just isn't sanitary. That is why people shouldn't buy from UGL's in my opinion. I think I'm going to start a new thread with that picture and label it why you shouldn't buy from UGL's. Plus is it just me or do you guys think that it just dosn't look sanitary for a place you are making something that is injected into your body.

I never bought from that ugl but I just hope the others arent that bad. Some ppl just dont have the option of not going with a UGL b/c we dont have a source.

[spywizard]

It looks like it could be gear. It is at least the oil and that just isn't sanitary. That is why people shouldn't buy from UGL's in my opinion. I think I'm going to start a new thread with that picture and label it why you shouldn't buy from UGL's. Plus is it just me or do you guys think that it just dosn't look sanitary for a place you are making something that is injected into your body.

sanitation takes place when the product is put into the vial after the product goes through the filter..

he was using Crimped vials, that is you can't be sure that the vials were sterilized before the filtered (assumed) product was put in it..

but most UGL's wouldn't be in business very long if thier product made people sick from contamination..

compared to some, he was at least well organized..

anyway..


I don't agree with posting pics like this type of operation in an open board..

just doesn't makes sense..

[absolutebob]

I don't agree with posting pics like this type of operation in an open board..

just doesn't makes sense..

Why don't you agree? I think it is something everyone should see. I think a lot of people buy from UGLs because it is cheaper and they should see exactly how one looks so they know it is worth the extra money to fork out for buying from a real company. They were probably using those same pill presses to make extasey and other drugs and then using them for gear. If a lot of people ask me to delete this post I will but like i said earlier I was thinking of posting the pics seperatly so they can see exactly what one looks like. This is the first time I've seen one how about you guys?

[Terminator1]

Whats a UGL?

[absolutebob]

Under Ground Lab

[alluprbdy]

under ground lab

[alluprbdy]

Under Ground Lab

u beat me to it...LOL

[absolutebob]

u beat me to it...LOL

Call me speedy gonzalez!! Riba Riba!! Andela Andela!!

[50%Natural]

Why don't you agree? I think it is something everyone should see. I think a lot of people buy from UGLs because it is cheaper and they should see exactly how one looks so they know it is worth the extra money to fork out for buying from a real company. They were probably using those same pill presses to make extasey and other drugs and then using them for gear. If a lot of people ask me to delete this post I will but like i said earlier I was thinking of posting the pics seperatly so they can see exactly what one looks like. This is the first time I've seen one how about you guys?

Spywizard's post is more about the protection of the entire community, not just his own personally interest...you probably just don't and won't understand that. These ugl's are doing a lot of people a favor by providing decently priced aas for the community. It's a really easy choice to make in a business sense with your money. Do you percieve the extra 'quality' you are receiving by buying from a mex company to be worth the extra increase in price? Personally, ive used both and seen good results off both so you can't really stab at the ugl community for giving the rest of the juicing community what should be considered a favor by saving us money. As sanitary as a real lab no; but saves us all money and we see the results just the same should it be a reputable lab like this one was.

[newbrew]

Whats sad, is that 'lab' is probably 10x better as far as being sanitary, than most small time UGL's.

[absolutebob]

Spywizard's post is more about the protection of the entire community, not just his own personally interest...you probably just don't and won't understand that. These ugl's are doing a lot of people a favor by providing decently priced aas for the community. It's a really easy choice to make in a business sense with your money. Do you percieve the extra 'quality' you are receiving by buying from a mex company to be worth the extra increase in price? Personally, ive used both and seen good results off both so you can't really stab at the ugl community for giving the rest of the juicing community what should be considered a favor by saving us money. As sanitary as a real lab no; but saves us all money and we see the results just the same should it be a reputable lab like this one was.

You are right I don't see how his post was for the protection because I love this community and don't want to do anything to hurt it at all. I don't really understand how he said it doesn't make sense to post the pics. Like I said earlier it was the first time I saw a UGL and thought other people might want to see it also. If you can explain how it is hurting the community then I will delete the whole post.

[jgg1221]

what was the email address those guys got busted on?

[GetPumped]

Anybody know the name of the UGL they went by? That is about an hour from my house and I hadn't heard anything about it until now.

[BodyMechanic]

Anybody know the name of the UGL they went by? That is about an hour from my house and I hadn't heard anything about it until now.

If you look close at some of the drawers you can see the name, if you are familar with it.

[absolutebob]

what was the email address those guys got busted on?

They didn't get busted on the web.

[Terminator1]

No you are fine. Elite fitness is the company that sent my buddy this email as a heads up. You might want to delete your post for your sources protection IMO. That's just me though.

Ok I deleted it. Now you need to to delete your quote because it also has my post. Thanks for the heads up!

Terminator1

[absolutebob]

Ok I deleted it. Now you need to to delete your quote because it also has my post. Thanks for the heads up!

Terminator1

No problem bro. Just trying to keep everyone as safe as possible.

[sp9]

Some UGL's are very high quality others are not. That's why its important to do your research. Get feedback from all the right places and people you trust.

[50%Natural]

You are right I don't see how his post was for the protection because I love this community and don't want to do anything to hurt it at all. I don't really understand how he said it doesn't make sense to post the pics. Like I said earlier it was the first time I saw a UGL and thought other people might want to see it also. If you can explain how it is hurting the community then I will delete the whole post.

You're fine, you had good intentions. People should know what they are buying when they buy ug. It is just as easy to make this stuff at home if you wanted. But as far as the community thing...keeping the ug scene under wraps is the smartest thing anybody could do. Like I said, they provide us cheaply priced aas that are probably (if proper precautions are taken) about as sterile as qv or denkall(heat is all that is required along with sterile oil to begin with). Soon, with security as tight as it is getting, hardly anyone will be able to get cheaply priced foreign human/lab made grade gear. Customs is becoming a real bitch and what you probably don't realize is that 10 of the games biggest players have gone down within the past year. Keeping the ug scene under wraps is vital to the future of juicing unless of course steroids are legalized

[IGOTJUICE007]

everyone talks about the conditions of UGL's, I want to see pictures of the Mexican operations and other third worls operations. Most of our supposed "safe human grade" comes out of places like Karachi pakistan with bombs exploding in the background and other holes of the world. I'm sure the mexican and other "thirld world" operations aren;t the pinnacle of cleanliness. I Just constantly hear about people talking about UGL conditions, I know more bros who have been sick from mexi gear, and no one really talks about it anymore and there is almost an attitude that all of the mexi gear is clean, and hell if it comes in an amp it must be clean. Just not the case.

Just a thought

[***xxx***]

everyone talks about the conditions of UGL's, I want to see pictures of the Mexican operations and other third worls operations. All our supposed "safe human grade" comes out of places like Karachi pakistan with bombs exploding in the background and other holes of the world. I'm sure the mexican and other "thirld world" operations aren;t the pinnacle of cleanliness. I Just constantly hear about people talking about UGL conditions, I know more bros who have been sick from mexi gear, and no one really talks about it anymore and there is almost an attitude that all of the mexi gear is clean, and hell if it comes in an amp it must be clean. Just not the case.

Just a thought

pfff so called 3rd world countries like India are producing computer chips, so think about what grade of purgatation that is necessary for that. I don t think that human grade pharmaeuticals are produced in such different standards, cause most of the production plants in the third world are still plants of the largest pharmaceutcial companies of the world...

[IGOTJUICE007]

pfff so called 3rd world countries like India are producing computer chips, so think about what grade of purgatation that is necessary for that. I don t think that human grade pharmaeuticals are produced in such different standards, cause most of the production plants in the third world are still plants of the largest pharmaceutcial companies of the world...

I am not disagreeing with you bud, simply saying you can't assume the gear is clean, yea organon makes karachi sustanon , but the manufacturing plant is also independtly owned and run. Nor was implying that the third world was not talented or repungant, simply saying that a large portion of the AAS produced are indirectly produced for the black market, and there is always a level of risk with that.

I do disagree, and I do think standards vary from country to country, not saying the standards aren't stringent abroad, simply saying the organizations most of deal with in regards to AAS are not vehemently regulated.

No need for the "pfff" either , we can disagree without the drama