U.S. Forest Service agents discovered in 2022 that four Native American archeological sites in the Grant Parish, Louisiana, Kisatchie National Forest had been the site of unpermitted digging, according to evidence submitted in court. The digging had been carried out in known locations for arrowheads and other stones that had been changed by humans. During the course of their investigation, investigators were able to gather photographic proof that Jordan was present in the area where the digging was occurring.
Jordan made a post on social media about a find that he had made that day in that location and the piece of pottery he found. A search warrant was obtained for Jordan’s residence and upon execution of that warrant, agents found numerous arrowheads and pottery shards. A table covered in a camouflage cloth was found which matched the photo Jordan had posted on social media.
In addition, agents found and seized a loaded ISSC semi-automatic .22 caliber pistol. Jordan has three prior felony convictions prohibiting him from possessing any firearm or ammunition.
Jordan faces a sentence of not more than 2 years in prison, a $20,000 fine, or both, on the conviction for removal of archaeological resources, as well as restitution for the damage caused at the archeological sites. He also faces a sentence of up to 15 years in prison, and a fine of up to $250,000, for the firearms conviction.
The case was investigated by the U.S. Forest Service and Federal Bureau of Investigation and prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorneys William C. Gaskins and Mike Shannon.