Navy sailor admits to selling fentanyl-laced pill aboard USS Abraham Lincoln
- Posted on September 16, 2026
- By Los Angeles Times
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In brief
A U.S. Navy serviceman stationed on the USS Abraham Lincoln has pleaded guilty to distributing fentanyl-laced pills within the vessel, resulting in a fatal overdose among crew members. This serious case highlights the growing drug trafficking problem within military installations and raises concerns about substance abuse in confined military environments. The conviction underscores ongoing challenges with illicit drug distribution networks affecting naval personnel and their safety.
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Navy sailor admits to selling fentanyl-laced pill aboard USS Abraham Lincoln
A sailor aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln was convicted of selling drugs to other sailors, leading to one death.
