FENTANYL POISONING: Kyle Hinkel'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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[amandalong]

Kyle was one of my very best friends. I cared about him so much. We spoke every day for years even though we lived across the country from one another. When I learned that Kyle passed from an fentanyl overdose I just could not believe it. Kyle did psychedelic drugs, he was open about it, & was very diligent about testing his drugs specifically for fentanyl using fentanyl test strips. So to find out that he died from fentanyl poisoning was just such a shock. It really goes to show that one pill, one time can be the end. Kyle was so special. I will never forget him. It is such a shame.

[lindawhite]

10 yrs ago my 36 y/o daughter died of an accidental overdose of oxycontin. It was prescribed for her but either the dose was too strong for her or she took too much. She left behind a husband of 18 yrs and a 2 y/o little girl. She was my oldest of 3 daughters. I miss her as much today as I did when it happened. It leaves such a massive hole in your family that can never be filled...every gathering is a reminder that she's gone...and will never be there again...

[maranathacomelord]

My oldest son is 42 and I'm shocked he's made it this far. But, I know My Prayers are answered daily as he struggles with addiction.

[greenpenns]

Dear Hinkel Family,

My deepest condolences on the passing of Kyle. I’m so sorry. May the Lord be with you.

[dovewhite]

My heart goes out to you. My 31 yr old son and 22 yr old daughter are on that fentanyl, (son is in treatment), and both were high at my 33 yr old daughter's funeral before Thanksgiving. (Runover by a vehicle) 😭💔 It hurts so bad to lose a child.

[mrmojorising]

My little brother passed away most 5yrs ago from a carfentenyal overdose in Baltimore md so we know what you are feeling my condolences to you

[bettyhendricks]

Thank you for sharing Kyle's Story; it's very brave of you. There are too many people who don't want to hear or talk about it. I'm sorry you lost your beautiful son.

[MagicPlants]

You're right, we used to be able to experiment with our consciousness as an adolescent (even toddlers spin in circles until they're dizzy and fall over) so I'm so glad you said that at the end of the video because it's so true: We dont have the ability to experiment anymore. It's too deadly and I fear for the next generations.

[michelerowland]

You are such a special and inspiring mother. I watched this video several times and each time was crushed by the enormity of your loss. You are so incredibly brave and I know your son would be very proud of you for your courage you have exhibited in educating parents and their children about the horrible risks that exist in experimenting with both prescribed and illicit drugs…. You truly are a warrior. Please be strong and continue to let others know the risks.

[OOceaneyess]

My heart goes out to you....People need to understand that this isn't a drug that you can experiment with. It's a one and done drug. I'm so sorry for your incredible loss.

[cheflisa]

From one mother to another, my heart breaks for you. Thank you for sharing your story. Love & Light

[tedsterrett]

My condolences to you ma'am, I lost my son to fentanyl also it's an evil drug! God is with you. Take care!

[FreeSpirit]

This woman loved her children so much. I can only hope her heart heals with time.
I wish my mother had loved me even half as much as she loves her children.

[skjoiner]

I’m praying for strength and peace for you and your family-my 25 yo son comitted suicide 3 yrs ago-it’s been hard.
I started a grief share group in my home-I have met several women that lost sons due to just taking one pill-I encourage you to get with other grieving parents-the healing that happens is just so comforting-I have life long friends-we are all in the same club and it sucks.
My oldest son just got clean from a 20 year addiction to opiods. It was through prayer (constant prayer) that God reached out and pulled my son out of the deepest depths of his addiction. It’s a miracle-God is still in the business of miracles. My Christian mentor told me faith is like what money is here on earth. I believe my faith (and my sons faith) is what saved him. Instead of worrying if my son would die of fentanyl-I prayed and gave it to God. Glory to God!

[ramishrambarran]

We cry with you.
Love.
Trinidad & Tobago.
West Indies.

[keithunderwood]

My best friend Mark passed away in 2001 from this fenytanal overdose. Patches prescribed by a Doctor. I feel your pain and prayer to you and your family. It is very shocking and I know what you are going thru.

[fairymay]

My deepest condolences for Kyle and his family and friends may he rest in peace

[rileyjothecorso]

Bless your heart ❤️ sweet lady, I can't imagine the pain your going through losing a child. I'll keep you and your family in my prayers 🙏

[sciencenotstigma]

This is such a valuable channel, and a valuable story. Thank you for sharing this. It will help other people. I’m so sorry about the loss of your son.

[Claytone-Records]

I feel so sorry for this mom and her family. Kyle was obviously working in a positive direction. If that crap had been around in the 60’s and 70’s there probably would not be nearly as many people watching these sad and horrific stories. And we lost plenty of people back then. I wouldn’t have survived two minutes if I just got off the bus from the 70’s. Sigh.