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Ex-Texas Tech professor admits to running fentanyl ring, trading drugs for sex, documents say
Summary by Sugar Land News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Amber Kite , as published by FOX 26 Houston (KRIV)
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details about the case can be found through FOX 26 Houston. A former Texas Tech assistant professor has admitted to operating a complex fentanyl operation.
A former Texas Tech assistant professor has admitted to operating a complex fentanyl operation. The individual, Daniel Taylor, pleaded guilty to running the network.
It is known that the network involved trading drugs for sex and resulted in overdoses. According to documents, there were eight reported overdoses related to the operation.
Further details about the case can be found through FOX 26 Houston. The guilty plea is a significant development in the case, and more information may be available as the situation unfolds.
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Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) ·
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