WALKER COUNTY, Ga. - A man and woman are facing charges in connection with a deadly fentanyl overdose in Walker County, authorities say.

What we know:

Walker County deputies were called to a residence on April 11, where they found 31-year-old David Victor Benitez of LaFayette dead inside the home. An autopsy later confirmed he had died from a lethal dose of fentanyl.

Investigators determined Benitez obtained the drug from Christopher Vance Bell, 26, of Rock Spring, and Kelly Rae Durham, 27, of Rossville.

What's next:

Both suspects were subsequently arrested and charged with aggravated involuntary manslaughter and sale, distribution or possession of a dangerous drug. They remain in custody at the Walker County Jail. Georgia Crime and Public Safety News

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