Muncie, IN – A 44-year-old Muncie man has been arrested after allegedly selling drugs that resulted in the death of a 25-year-old man, authorities confirmed. Henry Sandoe was taken into custody on Tuesday afternoon and faces a preliminary charge of dealing resulting in death, a Level 1 felony, in Delaware County.
Sandoe had previously faced charges for possession of methamphetamine, a Level 6 felony, in both Delaware and Henry counties, according to court documents.
Incident Details
The fatal incident occurred on the morning of May 19, when officers with the Muncie Police Department responded to a call about a potential cardiac arrest at an apartment in the 1700 block of N. Glenwood Ave.. Upon arrival, officers discovered Anthony Maxwell, 25, deceased in a locked bathroom.
An investigation determined that Maxwell’s death was caused by acute methamphetamine and fentanyl intoxication as per Fox59.
Connection to Sandoe
Investigators traced Maxwell’s last communications through his phone, discovering messages from a social media exchange with Henry Sandoe. These messages indicated a drug transaction that took place on May 18 at a location in Muncie.
On Tuesday, Sandoe was located near the intersection of 8th and Jefferson and arrested. During a police interview, Sandoe appeared physically upset upon learning of Maxwell’s death. He reportedly admitted to selling methamphetamine to Maxwell but denied providing fentanyl, stating he does not deal in fentanyl or heroin and acts primarily as a middleman in meth transactions.
Court documents revealed that investigators also found the social media messages exchanged between Sandoe and Maxwell on Sandoe’s phone, further corroborating the connection between the drug sale and the fatal overdose.
Legal and Community Implications
The arrest underscores the risks posed by illegal drug distribution in Muncie and highlights ongoing law enforcement efforts to hold dealers accountable when their actions contribute to fatalities. Authorities are reminding residents about the dangers of methamphetamine and fentanyl, both highly potent and often lethal substances, and are urging anyone struggling with substance use to seek help through local resources and treatment programs.
Officials note that the Level 1 felony charge carries severe penalties if Sandoe is convicted, emphasizing the seriousness of selling controlled substances that result in death.
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