Pittsfield High Dean Charged in Cocaine Trafficking

Lavante Wiggins, the dean of students at Pittsfield High School in Massachusetts, was arrested and charged with conspiracy to distribute and possession with intent to distribute cocaine as part of a large-scale drug trafficking operation. Wiggins, 30, and 42-year-old Theodore Warren were implicated in a scheme involving significant amounts of cocaine and substantial drug debts from customers. Federal authorities conducted a nine-month investigation, which included monitoring communications between the pair and a cooperating witness. If convicted, both men could face up to 20 years in prison along with hefty fines. Following the arrest, Wiggins has been placed on administrative leave by the Pittsfield Public Schools. The investigation continues as further details emerge.