Auburn, Ala. - On Feb. 8, 2023, the Auburn Police Department’s Narcotics and Investigations Sections opened an investigation into a suspected drug overdose death believed to involve fentanyl poisoning.

During the investigation, Adarius Dijuan Reese, 25-years-old, from Lagrange, GA was identified as the suspected source of the fentanyl provided to the victim. On Feb. 20, 2023, the Auburn Police Narcotics and Operational Support K9 Sections conducted a traffic stop on Reese in the area of Shug Jordan Parkway. The stop and subsequent search resulted in the seizure of multiple controlled substances, a stolen firearm and approximately $2,400 in U.S. currency.

Reese was charged with drug trafficking - fentanyl, four counts of unlawful possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana first degree and receiving stolen property second degree. Reese was taken to the Lee County Jail and held on a $60,500 bond. This case remains under investigation.

The Auburn Police Department would like to remind the public that “One pill can kill.” Please report suspected fentanyl trafficking and possession to the Auburn Police Department. Tips can be submitted anonymously through the Auburn Public Safety smartphone application.

Download the Auburn Public Safety App at apps.myocv.com/share/a67336830 or by scanning the QR code.

All defendants are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.