John J. Casper, 27, of Milwaukee was charged with first-degree reckless homicide when police found text messages showing he was selling drugs to Donald J. Matta of West Allis who died of a drug overdose on May 22.

Matta's cell phone was found by police, and it had message between him and Casper arranging a meeting.  Casper admitted to meeting Matta at Southridge Mall on May 21 to exchange cocaine for Percocet pills.  He also admitted to selling drugs to Matta one to two times per week over a period of two months.

Casper was already on probation for drug possession of cocaine with intent to distribute.

If you have been charged with selling drugs, it is important to have experienced representation to discuss your legal options.  Contact Appleton drug defense lawyers of Kohler, Hart, & Priebe by calling 414-271-9595.