Rick Harrison, a famous character from the reality TV show “Pawn Stars”, is currently grieving. His son Adam Harrison died tragically at the age of 39 from a drug overdose. Laura Herlovich, Rick’s spokeswoman, confirmed the heartbreaking news to The Las Vegas Review Journal.
The Clark County Coroner’s Office determined that Adam’s death was accidental, caused by a mixture of fentanyl and methamphetamine. This underscores the growing concern over fentanyl-related deaths in the United States, with a staggering 73,654 reported in 2022 alone according to the CDC, more than double the 2019 number.
Although Adam was not a regular guest on “Pawn Stars,” he occasionally worked at the family’s pawn shop, Gold & Silver Pawn, which is featured on the show. In a statement, Laura Herlovich asked for privacy for the Harrison family as they cope with the loss. Rick Harrison took to Instagram to share a touching tribute, saying: “You will always be in my heart! I love you Adam.”
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Rick’s eldest son, Corey Harrison, also expressed his love for his brother via social media, sharing fond memories. TMZ initially reported Adam’s death, and the Las Vegas Metro Police Department is investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
In a statement to FOX News Digital, Rick Harrison confirmed that Adam’s death was the result of a fentanyl overdose. He stressed the urgent need to address the fentanyl crisis and criticized the lack of effective measures to curb the distribution of this deadly drug.
Understanding the deadly power of fentanyl, the Drug Enforcement Administration notes that as little as 2 milligrams, which is less than a grain of salt, can be fatal. As Rick Harrison and his family mourn Adam’s loss, their experience serves as a stark reminder of the devastating effect of the fentanyl epidemic.
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