Coral Springs woman and three others arrested in connection with fatal drug overdose at Ultra Music Festival
Coral Springs, Florida – A Coral Springs woman and three others have been arrested in connection with the fatal overdose of a festival-goer at last year’s Ultra Music Festival, authorities announced. Charlene Forti, 27, of Coral Springs, is facing a first-degree murder charge in the case, along with additional charges including conspiracy to commit first-degree murder and unlawful use of a communication device.
The victim, 25-year-old Jenniha Le of Lawrenceville, Georgia, died after ingesting a pressed MDMA pill, commonly known as ecstasy or molly, while attending the festival. Miami-Dade authorities said her condition deteriorated rapidly, and she was transported to Jackson Memorial Hospital, where she was later pronounced dead. The Miami-Dade Medical Examiner ruled her death as acute MDMA toxicity.
According to court records, Forti handled the financial transaction for the drug that ultimately caused Le’s death. Investigators said the case involved a chain of participants, with Carmen Lo, 25, of Atlanta, Georgia, connecting Forti to the victim’s group, An Tan Ly, 26, of Parkland, delivering the drugs at the festival, and Hannah Le-Nguyen, 25, of Lawrenceville, Georgia, previously known as Hung Nguyen, passing the pill to the victim.
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The investigation began on March 31, 2025, when Miami police responded to reports of Le’s death at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Authorities quickly determined the death was linked to illegal drug use at the festival, prompting an extensive probe by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. Forti was arrested on March 17 in connection with the case, followed by arrests of the other three suspects.
Miami-Dade State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle issued a stern warning following the arrests. “I want to let this be a clear warning: if you choose to sell or deliver drugs, you are responsible for the consequences. If someone dies because of the drugs you provide, we will hold you accountable,” she said.
The case highlights the dangers associated with illegal drug distribution and the severe legal consequences that follow when substances cause harm or death. Authorities emphasized that all individuals involved in the distribution and delivery of the MDMA are being held accountable for their roles in the chain of events leading to Le’s death.
While the investigation is ongoing, prosecutors with the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office are handling the case and preparing for potential charges against all parties involved. The arrests reflect law enforcement’s commitment to pursuing accountability in cases of drug-related fatalities and to deterring illegal drug activity at large public events.
Forti and the other suspects are expected to face arraignment in the coming weeks. Law enforcement officials continue to urge festival attendees and the public to exercise extreme caution and to avoid illicit substances. The tragic death of Le serves as a stark reminder of the risks associated with drug use and the responsibility of individuals involved in distribution.
This case remains under investigation, and authorities are gathering additional evidence to ensure all those involved in the distribution chain are appropriately prosecuted. The Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office reiterated its focus on holding anyone who contributes to a fatal drug overdose legally accountable.
