A Stratford man has been charged with manslaughter in connection to a 2018 fentanyl overdose. The 54 year old was arrested Friday and is being held in custody following a bail hearing. He is also charged with drug trafficking. Police say on Dec. 21, 2018, a 48-year-old Stratford man died from an overdose from a drug known as “down” that was provided by the accused. Stratford police decided to lay the manslaughter charge after consultation with the Crown Attorney.