An arrest in Pulaski County is connected to an overdose death that took place in March.

Pulaski County Sheriff’s deputies investigated an overdose on March 16 in the area of 700 North and US 35. It was determined the victim was overcome by a high level of fentanyl and was unable to be revived. The victim was later pronounced deceased after several attempts to revive were unsuccessful.

Deputies continued to pursue a criminal investigation in attempt to hold the illicit drug dealer accountable for his involvement in this death.

After months of investigation with the assistance of the Starke County Prosecutor, formal charges were filed against Henry Ruiz, 38 of Knox.  Ruiz was arrested for Dealing in a schedule I, II, or III controlled substance resulting in death. He is being held on a $50,000 cash bond.