"Arrests Made in Connection to Transgender Activist Cecilia Gentili's Fatal Drug Overdose"

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"Arrests Made in Connection to Transgender Activist Cecilia Gentili's Fatal Drug Overdose"
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Two men in New York have been charged with distributing fentanyl-laced heroin that led to the death of transgender activist Cecilia Gentili. The suspects, Michael Kuilan and Antonio Venti, face felony charges related to drug distribution and possession, with Kuilan also charged with firearm possession. Gentili, a prominent figure in the New York transgender community, died from a lethal combination of fentanyl, heroin, xylazine, and cocaine. Prosecutors allege that Venti sold the laced heroin, allegedly supplied by Kuilan, to Gentili. Both men are expected back in court on April 22.

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