United States Drug Enforcement Administration

OKLAHOMA CITY – A federal indictment has been unsealed, charging Collin Shane Kirby, 21, of Oklahoma City, with distributing a controlled substance analogue resulting in death.

According to the Indictment, Kirby is alleged to have distributed a substance containing N-Propionitrile Chlorphine, a synthetic opioid known as cychlorphine, to another individual on December 12, 2025. The Indictment further alleges that the individual later died after using the cychlorphine Kirby distributed.

If found guilty, Kirby 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. Assistant U.S. Attorney Elizabeth Joynes is prosecuting the case.

 Reference is made to public filings for additional information.