United States Drug Enforcement Administration

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – A federal indictment has been unsealed, charging SHANE MICHAEL BURGESS, 24, of Mustang, Oklahoma, with distributing a controlled substance analogue resulting in death. 

According to the Indictment, on December 12, 2025, Burgess distributed a substance containing N-Propionitrile Chlorphine, a synthetic opioid known as cychlorphine, to another individual. The Indictment further alleges that the recipient died as a result of using the cychlorphine distributed by Burgess.

On June 2, 2026, a federal grand jury charged Burgess with distribution of a controlled substance analogue resulting in death.

If found guilty, Burgess faces a minimum of 20 years and up to life in federal prison, as well as a fine of up to $1,000,000.

The public is reminded that this charge is merely an allegation, and that the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

This case is the result of an investigation by the Drug Enforcement Administration Oklahoma District Office and the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs.