Michael Kuilan, a Brooklyn drug dealer, was sentenced to 19 years in federal prison for supplying fentanyl-laced heroin that killed prominent transgender activist Cecilia Gentili. Kuilan, who had previous heroin felony convictions, was also ordered to pay restitution and forfeit assets. Evidence, including text messages, indicated his role in providing drugs that resulted in Gentili's overdose. She was known for advocating for transgender rights and sex workers. This case underscores the ongoing opioid crisis and its impact on vulnerable communities, highlighting the subsequent mourning within the community after her death.
Cecilia Gentili was tragically poisoned from fentanyl-laced heroin. Today, the perpetrators who sold the deadly drugs to Gentili are being held accountable.
Kuilan had three prior state felony convictions related to selling heroin before he pleaded guilty to the federal charges last year.
Evidence showed that Kuilan had supplied Venti with drugs that he then sold to Gentili.
Gentili was a leading advocate for other transgender people, as well as sex workers and people with HIV.
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