Woman charged in connection with fatal drug overdose in Gwinnett County

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA — A woman faces murder charges in connection with a fatal drug overdose in metro Atlanta.

Gwinnett County Police officials say a victim was found at a home on Wetlands Court in Lawrenceville.

During the investigation, detectives identified 48-year-old Tanika Tavares as the suspected source of the drugs.

Tavares faces numerous charges including murder and aggravated involuntary manslaughter.

The identity of the victim was not released.

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