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Man Accused of Giving Fentanyl to College Students, Leading to One Death

Federal prosecutors allege Moises Freire provided a substance he claimed was cocaine, but was actually fentanyl, to two women at a Manhattan dorm, resulting in one fatality and one overdose.

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Last updated: 16 Oct 2026, 21:07 WAT
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Summary

Federal prosecutors allege Moises Freire provided a substance he claimed was cocaine, but was actually fentanyl, to two women at a Manhattan dorm, resulting in one fatality and one overdose.

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