SOMERSET, NJ — A Somerset man admitted to selling fentanyl and heroin that led to an overdose death, U.S. Attorney Robert Frazer announced.
Thomas Kane Miller, 41, of Somerset, pleaded guilty on Monday to three counts of distribution and possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and heroin.
In October 2022, in Somerset County, Miller sold a substance containing fentanyl and heroin to a person who died as a result of using the substance, according to documents filed in this case and statements made in court.
He also sold fentanyl and heroin in Somerset County and Middlesex County on two other occasions in December 2022 and January 2023.
"Trafficking fentanyl and heroin can have deadly consequences and remains among the most serious crimes we prosecute," Frazer stated. "This defendant chose to traffic in deadly drugs, and that choice cost a life—today’s guilty plea reflects our commitment to hold accountable those who bring this poison into our communities and to pursue justice for the victims and families left behind."
Sentencing is scheduled for Sept. 9.
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