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David Ludlow

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David Ludlow is the executive director of Promises Brazos Valley, where he leads outcomes‑driven, skills‑based addiction treatment with a patient‑first approach. After decades of alcoholism and cocaine use culminating in six felony arrests and three prison terms, he entered treatment in 2017 at age 45 and rebuilt his life through structure, honesty, and community.

Life After Getting Caught With 5 Kilos of cocaine & 6 Felony Arrests in 2 Years
May 2, 2026

Life After Getting Caught With 5 Kilos of cocaine & 6 Felony Arrests in 2 Years

David’s trouble started when the DEA caught him with five kilos of cocaine at the age of 20. On probation, he moved to St. Louis with court approval, finished college in three years, and was released early from probation. He ...
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