Coral Springs and Parkland residents arrested and charged with capital murder in connection with deadly fentanyl overdose in Miami
Coral Springs, Florida – Two Broward County residents have been arrested in connection with a deadly fentanyl overdose that claimed the life of a young woman in Miami, officials said. The arrests, made on March 13, 2026, are part of a months-long investigation into the death of 21-year-old Jenniha Le of Lawrenceville, Georgia, who died on June 23, 2023, after ingesting fentanyl in Miami-Dade County.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) confirmed that four individuals are facing charges, including capital murder, a rare and serious charge in drug-related fatalities. Among those arrested were 27-year-old Charlene Forti of Coral Springs and 26-year-old An Tan Ly of Parkland. The other two suspects are Carmen Lo, 25, of Atlanta, and Hannah Le-Nguyen, 25, of Lawrenceville. Investigators allege that the group supplied the fentanyl that ultimately caused Le’s death.
“Securing a capital murder charge in a drug-related death case is not easy, but the task force agents’ unrelenting investigative capabilities ensured that these four suspects are held accountable for bringing illegal drugs into our communities,” said FDLE Special Agent in Charge John Vecchio.
Authorities said the case was led by FDLE’s South Florida State Assistance for Fentanyl Eradication (S.A.F.E.) Task Force, in coordination with the Miami Police Department and the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office. The investigation spanned multiple jurisdictions, highlighting what officials described as an ongoing effort to dismantle fentanyl distribution networks operating across state lines.
While officials have not disclosed specific details about how the suspects allegedly distributed the fentanyl or the events leading directly to Le’s death, the arrests reflect the seriousness with which authorities are treating fentanyl-related offenses. The involvement of residents from Coral Springs and Parkland underscores the reach of these networks and the impact on communities far beyond Miami.
FDLE officials emphasized the growing dangers posed by fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid linked to an increasing number of overdose deaths across Florida and nationwide. Task force agents noted that cases like this demonstrate the lethal potential of fentanyl and the need for coordinated law enforcement action.
The capital murder charges signal the severity of the crime and may carry significant penalties if the suspects are convicted. Authorities are continuing their investigation and have not released additional information about court proceedings, potential bail, or trial dates.
Residents in Coral Springs, Parkland, and surrounding areas are reminded of the dangers associated with illicit drug use and the risks of fentanyl exposure. Law enforcement officials stressed that even small amounts of the drug can be deadly, and individuals distributing it face serious legal consequences.
As the investigation unfolds, officials said they remain committed to holding those responsible accountable and dismantling the networks that supply dangerous opioids to communities across the state. The arrests are part of a broader effort to prevent further overdoses and bring justice to victims of drug-related deaths.
The case serves as a stark reminder of the nationwide fentanyl crisis and the ongoing challenges authorities face in combating its distribution and use, particularly when it crosses state lines and impacts multiple communities.
