Timothy Tingle, Heroin Distribution Causing Death, Kentucky 2013

Heroin Distributor Faces Life in Prison

A 28-year-old Covington man has been arraigned on federal charges of heroin distribution causing death. Timothy Tingle is accused of selling a quantity of heroin on April 20, 2013, in Kenton County, which led to the death of the individual who purchased it.

The indictment, returned by a federal grand jury on September 12, 2013, alleges that Tingle sold heroin that resulted in the death of another person. The indictment was unsealed following Tingle's arrest and subsequent arraignment in federal court.

Tingle pleaded not guilty to the charges during his initial appearance in federal court. His next court appearance is scheduled for September 19, 2013, at 1:30 p.m. A trial date has been set for November 25, 2013.

The investigation preceding the indictment was conducted by the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Taylor Mill Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Anthony Bracke presented the indictment to the grand jury.

Timothy Tingle faces a minimum of 20 years and up to life in prison, a maximum fine of $1,000,000, and at least 3 years of supervised release if convicted. However, any sentence following a conviction would be imposed by the Court after consideration of the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and the federal statutes.

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

The investigation into the death of the individual who purchased the heroin is ongoing. The Taylor Mill Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration are working together to ensure that justice is served.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-edky/pr/covington-man-indicted-and-arraigned-drug-distribution-causing-death