Elderly Drug Dealer Sentenced to 30 Months in Michael K. Williams' Overdose Death

Actor Michael K. Williams died in September 2021 from an accidental overdose of fentanyl-laced heroin purchased from a Brooklyn drug crew.
Carlos Macci, 71, was present at the sale and sentenced to 2.5 years in prison after pleading guilty to narcotics conspiracy.
Macci's defense cited his struggles with addiction and disadvantaged background in requesting leniency.
The judge acknowledged Macci's hardships but emphasized the need for accountability in Williams' death.
Williams' nephew and The Wire creator David Simon advocated for compassion in Macci's sentencing.