Christopher Johnson
Coverage of Christopher Johnson in the Nexus archive.
- Employee of needle-distributing nonprofit allegedly caught selling fentanyl near LA park
Christopher Johnson, an employee of nonprofit People Assisting the Homeless (PATH), was arrested in May for allegedly attempting to sell fentanyl near Los Angeles' MacArthur Park. Found with methamphetamine, fentanyl, cash, and a scale during a traffic stop, Johnson now faces federal drug distribution charges. PATH, which receives 94% of its funding from federal and local governments, operates harm reduction programs including needle distribution in the area.
- Ex-employee of needle-distributing nonprofit caught selling fentanyl near LA park: docs
Christopher Johnson, a former employee of nonprofit PATH, was arrested for attempting to sell fentanyl near MacArthur Park in Los Angeles after police found drugs, cash, and paraphernalia in his vehicle. Johnson falsely claimed to be a current PATH employee when questioned by authorities. PATH responded by stating it was outraged by the misrepresentation and clarified it does not provide syringe exchange services, contrary to federal court documents.