Rick Harrison, the beloved face of the hit TV show Pawn Stars, has broken his silence following the tragic death of his 39-year-old son, Adam. In a heartfelt statement to Fox News Digital, Rick confirmed that Adam’s untimely passing was due to a fentanyl overdose. This devastating revelation sheds light on the urgent need to address the fentanyl crisis in our country.
Speaking out about this heartbreaking loss, Rick shared, “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.” These powerful words are a plea for action to prevent further tragedies from this deadly drug.
Adam Harrison, Rick’s second child from his first marriage to Kim Harrison, was the younger brother of Corey Harrison, who also appeared on Pawn Stars. While Adam did not feature on the show, he had worked at the family’s business, Gold & Silver Pawn, before the show’s premiere in 2009. It is important to note that Adam had been less involved in the pawn shop in recent years.
The circumstances surrounding Adam’s overdose remain unknown, and an investigation by the Las Vegas Metro Police Department is currently underway. As the family grieves this immense loss, a representative shared a statement on behalf of the Harrison family, requesting privacy during this difficult time.
Upon learning of Adam’s tragic fate, Rick took to Instagram to express his deep sorrow and love for his son. Accompanied by a photo of a joyful moment between them, Rick wrote, “You will always be in my heart! I love you Adam.” This touching tribute serves as a reminder of the enduring bond between a father and his child.
Fentanyl, classified as a Schedule II controlled substance, is a synthetic opioid that is alarmingly more potent than morphine. Shockingly, just two milligrams of this deadly substance can be lethal, depending on a person’s body size. Disturbing statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveal a 56.6% rise in overdose deaths involving synthetic opioids from January 2020 to 2021.
During this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers go out to Rick Harrison and his family. The devastating loss of Adam serves as a heartbreaking reminder of the urgent need to address the fentanyl crisis. Let us strive to prevent further tragedies and protect our loved ones from the dangers of this powerful synthetic drug.
