Fashion Institute Technology Student Raped Died After Being Given Fentanyl
CONFLICT signal, reported in US, from tmz.com, with negative sentiment. Locations: New York, United States.
What Happened
A New York City college student died after taking fentanyl that she believed was cocaine in her dorm room, according to prosecutors. Moises Freire, a 19-year-old from the Bronx, was charged with participating in a fentanyl distribution conspiracy and distributing a deadly drug with intent to commit rape. Prosecutors claim Fre: Freire allegedly told two students the substance was pure cocaine, but it was actually fentanyl. The female student took the drug, lost consciousness almost immediately, and was later raped by Freire. She slipped into a coma and died three days later on March 21. Two other men, Brian Peralta Cabrera and Harry Rosales Pino, were also charged with drug distribution but not alleged rape. Pino has already pled guilty to conspiracy to distribute narcotics resulting in death and serious bodily injury and is scheduled for sentencing in December. Freire's attorney, Mitchell Schwartz, stated his client was not trying to ply women with drugs and described the incident as a 'dumb teenager' moment.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the dangers of fentanyl misuse among young people and the risks of drug distribution without proper identification. The victim’s death underscores the lethal consequences of accidental fentanyl exposure, particularly in dorm settings where students may misidentify substances. Authorities are preparing for sentencing for Pino in December, while Freire faces charges related to drug distribution and alleged rape. The case also raises concerns about how such incidents could be prevented through better education and oversight of campus drug policies.
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