Lake Co. Man Charged In Fentanyl Overdoes Death Of Boy, 17

ANTIOCH, IL — A 20-year-old Lake County man faces charges in connection with the drug overdose death of a 17-year-old boy last February in Antioch.

Jack Foley has been charged with drug-induced homicide and unlawful possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver. Foley was arrested on Feb. 28 and was transported to the Lake County Jail.

Police in Antioch were called to a home in the 400 block of Route 173 for a report of a potential overdose at about 5 a.m. on Feb. 11, 2023. When they arrived, they found a 17-year-old boy who was unresponsive and was later pronounced dead by the Lake County Coroner's Office.

The death was a result of a lethal dose of fentanyl through the consumption of Perc 30 pills, authorities said.

In collaboration with the Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office, Antioch police detectives immediately began an investigation into the teen’s death. Through the course of the investigation, it was determined the teen obtained counterfeit pills through an acquaintance, 20-year-old Jack Foley of unincorporated Antioch, according to a news release.

Antioch Police Chief Geoffrey Guttschow said he hopes others can learn from this tragic situation.

“A 17-year-old lost his life, while another young man will have to live with the consequences of his decision to engage in the distribution of these dangerous substances into our communities, which has devastating impacts not only within our community but in all communities across the nation,” Guttschow said. “I encourage parents, teachers, and students to spend time talking about these dangers. Our police department offers resources to anyone who needs them, please take advantage of this help. Whether someone is taking these pills for a cheap high, or selling them for a few bucks, the effects last a lifetime for everyone involved."