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Ex-Texas Tech professor admits to running fentanyl ring, trading drugs for sex, documents say
Summary by The Trophy Club Editorial Desk Amber Kite , as published by FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW)
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details about the case can be found through FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth. A former assistant professor at Texas Tech has admitted to operating a complex fentanyl distribution network.
A former assistant professor at Texas Tech has admitted to operating a complex fentanyl distribution network. The individual, Daniel Taylor, pleaded guilty to the charges.
It is known that the network was involved in trading drugs for sex and resulted in multiple overdoses. According to documents, there were eight reported overdoses related to the network.
Further details about the case can be found through FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth. The guilty plea marks a significant development in the case, but additional information is available for those seeking more context.
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Category: News Published: July 8, 2026 Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) Reading time: 1 min
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