Riverview Woman Charged with First-Degree Murder in Fatal Overdose
A Riverview woman, Katrina Broaddus, has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with a fatal fentanyl and carfentanil overdose that occurred in Lithia. The investigation began after a passerby found Katelyn Thall deceased in a vehicle. Forensic and toxicology…
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, August 14, 2026 —
Riverview resident Katrina Broaddus faces a first-degree murder charge in connection with a fatal overdose involving fentanyl and carfentanil. The incident occurred in Lithia, leading to the death of Katelyn Thall.
The investigation was initiated when a passerby discovered Thall deceased inside a vehicle. Subsequent forensic and toxicology examinations revealed exceptionally high concentrations of fentanyl and carfentanil in Thall’s system. Authorities were able to trace these substances back to Broaddus.
The specific details regarding the timeline of events leading up to the discovery and the exact date of the incident were not provided. Information regarding the arrest of Broaddus or any further legal proceedings beyond the initial charge also remains undisclosed in the provided summary.
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