The man suspected of supplying the fentanyl in the Carrollton overdose cases has signed papers saying he will plead guilty, but a judge still has to approve the deal.
Court records show 22-year old Jason Villanueva was arrested in February on charges of conspiracy to distribute drugs and conspiracy to distrubute drugs to people under 21.
The plea deal calls for a judge to decide a sentence between 5 and 40 years in prison for each charge.
Federal prosecutors have called Villanueva a top source of supply in the massive fentanyl overdose cases that killed three and poisoned another seven teenagers in the Carrollton-Farmers Branch school district. All were between ages 13 and 17.
Reports say the plea was accepted by a US Magistrate who is referring to a federal judge for approval.
A separate plea agreement for a woman who is a co-defendant of Villanueva has already been accepted and she is awaiting sentencing.
Related
LISTEN on the Audacy App
Tell your Smart Speaker to “PLAY 1080 KRLD”
Sign Up and Follow NewsRadio 1080 KRLD
Facebook | Twitter | Instagram