ABILENE, TX — The life of Megan Jiminez ended quietly and far too soon on a spring morning in Abilene, leaving behind a grief that now stretches across family, friends, and an entire community. Megan was just 33. She was known for her gentle spirit and her easy smile. On May 10, 2025, that light went out inside a residence on the 2100 block of North 18th Street.
Police say officers were dispatched to the home after receiving a report of an unresponsive woman. When first responders arrived, Megan could not be revived. She was pronounced dead at the scene. The moment stunned everyone who knew her, turning an ordinary day into one marked by heartbreak and unanswered questions.
Investigators later determined that Megan’s death was caused by a suspected fentanyl overdose. As the case unfolded, police identified 27-year-old Tovein Myavier Peterson as the individual who allegedly delivered the fentanyl that led to her death. He has since been charged with first-degree felony murder, a charge that reflects the seriousness of the allegation and the finality of the loss.
Peterson is currently being held at the Taylor County Jail. His bond has been set at $1 million. Authorities say the charge sends a clear message about accountability when illegal drugs take a life, especially substances as potent and unpredictable as fentanyl.
For those who loved Megan, the legal process does little to ease the pain. Friends describe her as warm, caring, and deeply human. She had a way of making people feel seen, even on their worst days. Her laughter, they say, could change the mood in a room. Now, those same rooms feel painfully quiet.
The Abilene Police Department continues to stress the extreme danger fentanyl poses, even in small amounts. Officials say Megan’s death is a tragic example of how fast things can go wrong and how unforgiving the drug can be. They urge the public to remain alert and informed as the opioid crisis continues to claim lives across Texas and the country.
As the community mourns, there is also a growing sense of resolve. People are checking on one another. Conversations about substance abuse are becoming more honest. Megan’s story has become a painful reminder that this crisis does not happen somewhere else. It happens at home.
Megan Jiminez will be remembered for more than the way she died. She will be remembered for how she lived, for the love she gave, and for the space she filled in the lives of others. Her family has asked for privacy as they grieve, but their message is clear. Megan mattered. She still does.
