MONROE, N.C. (News Release) — Monroe Police arrested Amber Nabia Gingham, 38, of Monroe, charging her with Death By Distribution in connection with the fatal overdose of Johnny Reyes-Matos.
Amber Nabia Gingham
On July 20, 2025, at 7:11 a.m., Monroe Police responded to a 911 call reporting an unconscious victim at a home on Caleb Street in Monroe. Despite lifesaving efforts, Reye-Matos was pronounced dead. The cause of his death was determined to be a drug overdose.
Following an extensive investigation, investigators determined Amber Gingham was the individual who supplied the narcotics that led to Reyes-Matos’ death. Investigators pursued leads and gathered evidence leading to the issuance of an arrest warrant for Gingham.
Gingham was taken into custody on September 23, 2025 and is being held at the Union County Detention Center without bond.
- At the time of her arrest, Gingham was out on bond for multiple felony drug charges stemming from an August 28, 2025 narcotics investigation at her home. During that investigation, Monroe Narcotics Detectives charged Gingham with the following:Maintaining a Dwelling for Controlled Substances
- 3 Counts of Possession With Intent to Manufacture, Sell or Deliver Controlled Substances
- PWIMSD Cocaine
- Possession of Marijuana
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
- Possession of a Controlled Substance Inside Jail Facility
The Monroe Police Department continues to work diligently to hold individuals accountable for illegal drug distribution and the tragic consequences that follow.
Anyone with additional information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the Monroe Police Department at 704-282-4700.
