Man arrested for selling fentanyl to victim who later died from overdose in Hutto
Tyreik Gilbert
HUTTO, Texas - A man was arrested for selling fentanyl to a man who later died from an overdose.
According to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office, on Sept. 7, Hutto police responded to a call about a dead body at 704 Nueces River Trail.
The victim, 26-year-old Joseph Barrera, was found dead in his bedroom.
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After a thorough investigation, it was determined 27-year-old Tyreik Gilbert sold fentanyl to Barrera, which resulted in his death.
Gilbert is currently serving four years in prison for possession of a controlled substance.
According to the WCSO, Gilbert's criminal history includes 26 drug-related offenses.