Talented actor Michael K. Williams, known for his iconic roles in “The Wire” and “Boardwalk Empire,” tragically died of a drug overdose, prompting investigators to trace the illegal substance back to its source. After a lengthy investigation and litigation, the drug dealer linked to the fatal incident was sentenced to almost three years in prison.
Drug Dealer Linked to Tragic Death of Michael K. Williams Sentenced
Carlos Macci faced justice on Tuesday when he was sentenced to two and a half years in prison for his involvement in the star’s overdose death. The arrests were made as part of a drug-trafficking investigation, with the elderly drug dealer one of four men charged in connection with the tragedy.
In addition to the 30 months in prison, there will be three years of supervised release. As part of his sentence, Macci will also spend the first year in an inpatient drug treatment facility.
In the heartbreaking moments before the verdict was announced in a New York City courthouse, he addressed the court, expressing remorse, “I want to say, Your Honor, I’m sorry for what happened.”
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follow NBC News, the 72-year-old entered the Manhattan courtroom with his hands cuffed and a slightly stooped posture. With a mostly bald head and a gray beard, his gaze remained fixed on US District Judge Ronnie Abrams as he handed down his sentence.
Williams’ nephew, Dominic Dupont, spoke outside the courtroom, reflecting on the somber day. He stated, “Today is a sad day. There are no winners here. We lost an extraordinary human being.”
In case you missed it, in September 2021, the “When They See Us” actor tragically passed away at the age of 54. His death was attributed to the consumption of heroin laced with Fentanyl, which he had purchased the day before in Brooklyn.
When it happened, the authorities intensified the search for drug dealers who were reportedly linked to the incident. The New York Police Department has reportedly rounded up a suspect they believe could be linked to a drug overdose.
The ongoing criminal investigation is focused on tracking down the individual responsible for sending the deadly product to the award-winning actor. Law enforcement is actively investigating the source of narcotics found at the scene of the death of the “Bullet” actor.
At the time, the exact cause of his death was still unclear, but officials suspected it was related to a “heroin-based” substance. According to reports, it was located on the kitchen table of the star’s home and may have been mixed with Fentanyl.
‘The Night Of’ Star’s Nephew Talks About Her Battle With Substance Addiction
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After Williams’ passing, Dupont, who tragically found his uncle’s body, bravely discussed the “Third Watch” guest star’s struggle with substance addiction and his efforts to improve his life before his fatal overdose.
The grieving nephew’s heartfelt appearance on “Red Table Talk” sheds light on his beloved uncle and the challenges he faces on his journey. In a teaser clip released ahead of the episode, the New York native opens up about the “Law & Order” guest star.
Dupont said he saw no signs of his uncle struggling with addiction, stating, “He’s fine. He is working on a book. It doesn’t appear to me that Mike has gone back into addiction.”
He added that since he returned home – after being out of prison for four and a half years – he has seen no signs that Williams is “overwhelmed or dealing with big issues.”
In his candid conversation, the “Tamron Hall” guest shared that the Free Spirit Award winner made a conscious effort not to burden those around him with his struggles. He admitted, “He’s an actor, isn’t he? And you know, you can fool people. You can fool people that you’re fine.”
While he’s not sure if the late Critics’ Choice Award winner hid his addiction struggles, Dupont was adamant about one thing about his death, declaring, “What I will say is this: I’m sure that he wouldn’t have taken it on purpose. Fentanyl. I know that like I know my first name.”
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