Rick Harrison Opens Up About Son’s Tragic Death
Rick Harrison, the familiar face from the hit show Pawn Stars, is mourning the sudden loss of his 39-year-old son, Adam. The devastating news revealed that Adam passed away from a suspected fentanyl overdose.
In a heartfelt interview with Fox News Digital, Rick Harrison shared his anguish and highlighted the seriousness of the fentanyl crisis in the United States. He stated, “Yes, I can confirm Adam died from a fentanyl overdose. The fentanyl crisis in this country must be taken more seriously. It seems it is just flowing over the borders, and nothing is being done about it. We must do better.”
The initial report of Adam’s death came from TMZ, though the exact details of the overdose remain unclear. The Las Vegas Metro Police Department has launched an investigation to gather more information about the incident.
A statement from the Harrison family spokesperson, Laura Herlovich, was released, expressing the family’s sorrow. It read, “Our family is extremely saddened by the death of Adam. We ask for privacy as we grieve his loss.”
Adam was Rick Harrison’s second child from his first marriage to Kim Harrison, making him Corey Harrison’s younger brother. Rick later remarried Tracy, with whom he has another son named Jake.
While Adam did not appear on Pawn Stars, he was previously involved in the family’s business, Gold & Silver Pawn, before the show began airing in 2009. However, he had not been actively engaged with the pawn shop in recent years.
Rick Harrison took to social media to post a touching tribute to his late son. He shared a photo on Instagram of them smiling together at a bar, with the caption, “You will always be in my heart! I love you, Adam. 💔”
The rising number of overdose deaths involving synthetic opioids, including fentanyl, is alarming. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, deaths from these substances increased by 56.6% from January 2020 to 2021. The Drug Enforcement Agency classifies fentanyl as a Schedule II controlled substance due to its potency; just two milligrams, an amount smaller than a grain of salt, can be lethal depending on a person’s body size.
Our hearts go out to Rick Harrison and his family during this incredibly difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with them as they cope with this tragic loss.
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