KYLE PD
Two men have been arrested following a fatal Fentanyl overdose that occurred in Kyle.
On Sunday, Feb. 22, at approximately 12:22 p.m., Kyle Police responded to a report of a possible drug overdose involving a 20-year-old male at a private residence. The individual was pronounced deceased at the scene.
During the investigation, a white powdery substance was recovered from the victim’s room. Testing confirmed the substance was positive for fentanyl. Additionally, the medical examiner reported presumptive positive results for fentanyl in the victim’s system.
Investigators identified Aaron Jones, 27, of Austin, as the supplier of the fentanyl and Julian Escamilla, 23, of Lockhart, as the individual who delivered the narcotics that led to the victim’s death.
With the assistance of the Drug Enforcement Administration and partnering agencies, both individuals have been taken into custody. Jones has been charged with Murder. Escamilla has been charged with Murder and Manufacture/ Delivery of a Controlled Substance.
“Fentanyl is a dangerous drug that continues to take lives far too soon,” said Dr. Jeff Barnett, Kyle Police Chief. “Our department is committed to investigating these cases and holding those responsible accountable. We will continue working to keep these drugs out of our community.”
Brian Cole, Assistant Special Agent in Charge for the DEA Austin District Office, said the case is a prime example of what can be accomplished when federal and local law enforcement agencies work together.
AARON JONES
JULIAN ESCAMILLA
“Fentanyl remains the deadliest drug threat facing our country,” Cole said. “Last year, more than 50,000 lives were lost nationwide to synthetic opioids like fentanyl, and in the Austin area alone, fentanyl seizures increased by 68 percent.”
The DEA continues its national efforts through the Fentanyl Free America campaign, which provides education, prevention resources and enforcement tools to combat the distribution of fentanyl and raise awareness about its impact.
Anyone with information related to the distribution of fentanyl in the community is urged to contact the Kyle Police Department at 512-2683232. Anonymous tips may be submitted through Hays County Crime Stoppers at 800324-TIPS.
