Daniel J. Huegel, Fentanyl Distribution Resulting in Death, Kentucky 2020

Cincinnati Man Indicted for Distributing Fentanyl that Resulted in a Death

A deadly crime in Boone County has led to a federal indictment against a Cincinnati man, who now faces a possible life sentence in prison.

Daniel J. Huegel, 23, was indicted by a federal grand jury sitting in Covington for one count of distributing a controlled substance resulting in death.

According to the indictment, on or about March 23, 2020, in Boone County, Ky., Huegel distributed fentanyl, which resulted in the death of the victim.

The investigation preceding the indictment was conducted jointly by the DEA and the Northern Kentucky Drug Strike Force.

Huegel faces a minimum of 20 years in prison, up to a maximum of life in prison if convicted. Any sentence following conviction would be imposed by the Court, after its consideration of the United States Sentencing Guidelines and the federal statutes governing the imposition of sentences.

An indictment is an accusation only, and Huegel is presumed innocent. He is entitled to a fair trial, at which the government must prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

Daniel J. Huegel, Real Full Name: Daniel J. Huegel

Exact Criminal Charges: Distributing a Controlled Substance Resulting in Death

City and State: Cincinnati, Kentucky

Exact Date: March 23, 2020

Sentence or Outcome: Up to life in prison, minimum 20 years

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-edky/pr/cincinnati-man-indicted-distribution-drugs-resulted-death