1. Denton woman arrested for murder following fatal fentanyl overdose in Texas
2. Denton woman arrested for murder following deadly fentanyl overdose in Texas.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
A local woman has been taken into custody on a murder charge following a tragic fentanyl overdose that resulted in the death of 38-year-old Shaun Cross in Denton, Texas. This arrest marks the fourth of its kind since a new state law was implemented, making it a criminal offense to supply fentanyl that leads to a fatality.
Details of the Incident
On March 25, authorities responded to a distress call regarding an unconscious individual at an encampment located in the 1900 block of Brinker Road. Upon arrival, it was determined that Shaun Cross had tragically passed away due to a lethal combination of fentanyl and methamphetamine. The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed the cause of death as fentanyl toxicity.
Arrest and Investigation
Following an extensive investigation, law enforcement officials uncovered evidence linking 45-year-old Ryan Michelle Warner, a resident of Denton, to the distribution of narcotics containing fentanyl to the victim prior to his untimely demise. Warner was apprehended on May 21 on a murder warrant at the 800 block of W. Hickory Street. She is currently being held in the City of Denton Jail awaiting further legal proceedings, with bail yet to be determined.
Legal Ramifications
Since the implementation of a new state law on September 1, 2023, Denton has witnessed a series of fentanyl-related murder arrests. The legislation introduced a criminal charge of murder for those found guilty of supplying fentanyl that leads to a fatal outcome.
Support for Drug Addiction
Local organisations such as Winning the Fight and Solutions of North Texas are actively working to provide assistance to individuals struggling with drug addiction. Winning the Fight offers drug education, support services, and essential resources to youth and families, while Solutions of North Texas provides a comprehensive range of substance abuse treatment services and guidance to families in need.
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– Denton woman arrested for murder following fatal fentanyl overdose
– Denton woman arrested for murder after fatal fentanyl overdose.
