A devastating crime has sent shockwaves through the Las Vegas community as Danielle Partington, a local woman, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for her role in the fatal sale of fentanyl pills. The harsh sentence reflects the gravity of the offense, which resulted in the tragic loss of a life.
PARTINGTON was the victim’s pill supplier from fall 2019 to January 2020, coordinating with a co-conspirator to deliver 80 pills containing fentanyl to the victim on multiple occasions. On January 23, 2020, the victim overdosed on the fentanyl sold by PARTINGTON and her co-conspirator.
The illicit fentanyl sold by PARTINGTON is a synthetic opioid up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. Just two milligrams, about the size of a few grains of salt, can be lethal.
Acting United States Attorney Sigal Chattah for the District of Nevada and Deputy Special Agent in Charge Anthony Chrysanthis for DEA’s Los Angeles Division made the announcement, noting the dangers of counterfeit pills and the importance of keeping Americans safe. The DEA has launched the public awareness campaign, One Pill Can Kill, to educate the public on the dangers of counterfeit pills.
Assistant United States Attorneys Joshua Brister and Edward Penetar prosecuted the case, with the DEA leading the investigation. This case serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of fentanyl trafficking and the importance of holding those responsible accountable for their actions.
PARTINGTON pleaded guilty to one-count of conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance on March 7, 2025.
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Key Facts
- State: Nevada
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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