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Mercedes Man Facing Charges After Fatal Fentanyl Overdose

· Texas Border Business

A 28-year-old man from Mercedes, Bryan Alexis Cedillo, has been indicted for charges related to a fentanyl overdose death. During his initial court appearance, U.S. Magistrate Judge Juan F. Alanis ordered Cedillo to remain in custody. The indictment claims Cedillo sold narcotics that led to the victim's death and continued selling drugs even after learning of the incident. If found guilty, he faces a minimum of 20 years to life in federal prison and a potential fine of up to $1 million. The investigation was conducted by the Weslaco Police Department with assistance from ICE's Homeland Security Investigations.

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