Girlfriend Charged with Murder for Supplying Drugs Leading to Overdose Death of Former Judge


A chilling case unfolding in Grapevine, Texas, has ignited a conversation about fentanyl and the legal implications of its supply. 

William Shane Nolen, a former associate judge, was found dead in his home on November 20, 2023. His girlfriend, Kami Ludwig (35), initially called 911, reporting him unresponsive. However, a deeper investigation revealed a twist that has gripped the community.


Texas recently enacted a law allowing prosecutors to charge drug suppliers with murder if their product leads to overdose deaths. This unique legislation plays a pivotal role in Ludwig's case. 

Authorities uncovered evidence, including drug paraphernalia and purchase records, suggesting she obtained fentanyl-laced pills, cocaine, and other narcotics for both herself and Nolen. This deadly combination, coupled with his pre-existing medication, tragically led to his overdose.

Ludwig now faces two charges: murder and possession of controlled substances. While she maintains her innocence, the investigation delves deeper, targeting the drug dealers, identified as "Blue" and "T," who supplied the lethal substances.

This case throws a spotlight on the devastating consequences of fentanyl and the potential impact of the new Texas law. 

Nolen's death leaves a void, while Ludwig's charges raise questions about individual responsibility and legal precedent. The community grapples with loss, legal ramifications, and the fight against a deadly drug that continues to claim lives across the nation.

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