(La Porte, IN) - A La Porte man is facing criminal allegations in connection with a drug overdose.

 

Austin Steger, 30, has been charged with Level 6 Felony Neglect of a Dependent, incited by an incident when he dropped to the floor while playing with his stepchildren at their home in the 500 block of Jefferson Avenue.

 

Despite efforts from the children, Steger didn’t open his eyes until paramedics gave him eight doses of Narcan. The investigation revealed he has had a history of using heroin and possibly relapsed in his effort to stay clean. 

 

Authorities said neglect charges were filed because he was the only guardian in the home at the time.

 

The incident happened in May, and Steger was taken into custody last week. He is still being held in the La Porte County Jail on $755 bond.