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Two Individuals Plead Guilty in Death of New York Transgender Activist Cecilia Gentili
Sep 23, 2024, 03:34 PM
Two individuals have pleaded guilty to distributing heroin and fentanyl that resulted in the death of Cecilia Gentili, a prominent transgender activist from New York. Cecilia Gentili died on February 6, 2024, after using the lethal drugs sold by the defendants. Michael Kuilan, 45, admitted guilt to federal drug distribution and gun possession charges. United States Attorney Peace stated that the perpetrators of the tragic poisoning have now both admitted their guilt in selling the lethal drugs that caused this heartbreaking death. The incident has deeply affected the New York transgender community.
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