Man Charged In Dearborn Fatal Drug Overdose

DEARBORN, MI — A man has been charged in connection with the accidental fatal overdose of a Dearborn man last year, according to police.

Officers found the Dearborn man dead on Venice Street on Jan. 30, 2024, according to police.

Investigators also found drugs and drug paraphernalia at the scene, according to police.

The Wayne County Medical Examiner’s Office determined the man died from an accidental overdose caused by cocaine and fentanyl toxicity, according to police.

Anthony Earl Moore, 59, of Ypsilanti, was charged with delivery of a controlled substance causing death. He was placed in jail with a $500,000 bond. He must wear a GPS tether if he is released from jail. His next court date is scheduled for Feb. 12.

Investigators used cell phone data, GPS, surveillance footage and numerous other tools to identify Moore as the source of the illicit substance, according to police.

On Feb. 3, 2025, officers located Moore in Taylor, where officers arrested him in connection with the fatal overdose without incident, according to police.

"Utilizing multiple investigative tools, Dearborn Police investigators were able to track down the supplier in this tragic overdose incident. I am proud of the work of the Dearborn Police Department to bring this individual to justice and hopefully provide some solace to the victim’s loved ones," Dearborn Police Chief Issa Shahin said.

The Dearborn Department of Public Health hosts a list of professional substance abuse disorder and addiction treatment and counseling programs in the Dearborn area. The department also provides free life-saving Narcan supplies at vending machines at the following locations:

• John D. Dingell Transit Center, 21201 Michigan Ave
• East Parking Deck, 22201 West Village Dr
• Wagner Parking Deck, 1034 Monroe St (also includes supply of free fentanyl testing strips)
• The Islamic Center of Detroit, 14350 Tireman Ave, Detroit

The Department of Public Health provides a list of professional substance disorder treatment and counseling programs, Narcan use instructions, and more resources and information at Dearborn.gov/PublicHealth.