FENTANYL POISONING: King Ryan's Story

A story of one family's loss to fentanyl poisoning, recorded during the DEA Family Summit on Opioid Overdose and Fentanyl Poisoning.

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[peterrr]

I was his high school teacher from his sophomore year until his senior year. He was such a good kid. Funny and respectful. It hurt when I heard of his passing. I’m grateful I was able to spend some time with him before he left.

[kalebwhitaker]

"I love you in a circle because a circle never ends" just absolutely beautiful.. such a sad story. I'm sorry Momma Ryan, we love you!

[chocolatesouljah]

At 5:16 his aunt mentioned that his sister walked across the stage and his honor at graduation. I started to cry and cry and cry. It’s so sad! I just finished teaching at a high school about six weeks ago, and the joy of that event is something that will never leave me! I am so profoundly grateful to hear this tribute to this well loved young man. Makes me realize that the graduation I recently attended does not guarantee that we will all make it. Much love to this incredible family!

[JohnFKennedy]

Everyone needs an uncle Ray. I can tell they were close and that Ray was a big role model for him. This is so heartbreaking I’m so sorry for this family. I hope you all can heal from this somehow.

[jalessabeebee]

This kid was extremely loved. His death shattered this family

[guy-tnud]

"He didn't overdose. He didn't take something that he wanted. He was poisoned".
That's the line that will stick with me forever, the most important warning for everyone too.

[KesiAndre]

I had friends in high school that took pills all the time. I told my teenage niece you cannot do that today. What used to be “Molly” is literally all fentanyl these days. They should show these videos in high schools

[davide.b]

To the young girl that didn't say something: you speaking out for him 100% makes up for that mistake. You were young and didn't know what to do. You are teaching so many people about the importance of speaking up and that is amazing.

[GregLopez]

Wow, that chair with his cap & gown hit me in the heart. Such a beautiful family. I am very sorry for your loss. Rest in eternal peace King.

[woodylaura]

What a beautiful tribute to a young man who was obviously very well loved. I'm so sorry for all of your loss. Jimmy's mom, forever 29.

[lynncarlson]

I have watched MANY of these videos 📹 because I lost my own BELOVED nephew who was like my ONLY son 2 years ago. My heart was cracked wide 💔 OPEN. I just wanted You as a Family to know that Your Child WAS OBVIOUSLY LOVED. YOU ALL CRY SHARING SO BEAUTIFULLY HOW MUCH YOU LOVED Him!!! ❤ WHAT YOU WILL SEE YOUR BELOVED son, nephew, cousin and Friend again 💙. WE HAVE THE HOPE OF HEAVEN ~ he, like my nephew 💙 is waiting for us in HEAVEN. Like his Uncle said he fulfilled his mission 🙌

[Vonne]

I've had numerous conversations with my 18 year old son who is a freshman in college not to ever take pills or any drugs. But after watching this I called my son and made him watch this! He called me crying saying mommy my heart goes out to him he was only a year older than me. It hit him and I different to watch this! Our hearts and condolences to this family! RIH Baby boy 🙏🏾🙏🏾💔

[alexpeace]

All of these testimonials are so sad but this one made me feel like I was part of this family and so sad.. I feel tears and a pain in chest for all of you. Thank you for saving lives.

[mercedesbelfield]

Our stories are all different, unfortunately they all end the same. I'm truly sorry for your son's loss. 😢💔✝️ I will tell my story about my son Billy soon, I need time it's a long story.. ty for allowing me to watch your video. 💕

[colettemartin]

I'm so sincerely sorry. Many thoughts and hugs from the UK.

[quidddaboss]

Dam you can tell how much he meant to his family. This hits home reminds me of myself. Lord Jesus please bless this family cover them with your blood, heal all there wounds, restore there broken hearts lord bless and cover this family from all attacks amen

[LetArtsLive]

I lost my son to addiction January 21st 2021 he was 24 and he was an EMT. It never goes away and it's Christmas

[Kiki]

His poor cousin seems traumatized..Please don’t feel guilty, you were young and didn’t know the risks of him taking it. His family seems so loving, praying for them and their strength/healing💞 RIP Ryan👑

[joshuad]

Man, God bless Uncle Ray....it makes me so happy to know he's coaching sports. Those young men are so blessed to have him in their lives.

[LNMD]

You all are great people. Thank you so much for sharing King Ryan's story. God Bless all of you. If this helps just one person, it will be worth it. So very sorry for your loss but so thankful that he was in your lives!!