FENTANYL POISONING: Ruben Garcia, Jr.'s Story
ฝัง
- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ก.ย. 2024
- A mother, a brother, and a friend share their story of losing their 19-year-old loved one to fentanyl poisoning in this documentary about the dangers of illicit drugs. To use this presentation at high schools or other educational applications, contact Texas Pictures through our website at www.texas-pictures.com.
Naloxone, the active ingredient in 4mg Narcan and higher dose 8mg Kloxxado, along with many generic versions, can reverse an opioid overdose if administered quickly enough. Some areas have Naloxone available for free. Google it.
To use this or any other Texas Pictures documentary at high schools or in other educational applications, contact Texas Pictures through our website at www.texas-pictures.com.
If you have a story you'd like to share, learn more about the process and reach out to us at our website - www.texas-pict...
In the U.S., you can easily access 24/7 emotional support. Call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org/chat to connect with a caring counselor.
Learn more about the dangers of illicit fentanyl at:
DEA - www.dea.gov/fe...
CDC - www.cdc.gov/st...
Fentanyl Fathers - fentanylfather...
A Change for Cam - achangeforcam....
Reubens friend was spot on! Choose your friends carefully. My mom used to say ‘tell me who you walk with, and I’ll tell you who you are.’ Bad company can wreck your life! I’m sorry for your loss. Tragic 😢
What a horrible video to watch and why did the person not realize he was in distress? Fentanyl needs to be on the news every single day as this is a national crisis. So sorry for your loss.
I AGREE!! I had no idea what Fentanyl was until I read on Google about opiods being laced with that POISON!! Thousands have died and are DYING!!
Hopefully, here in Texas, Governor Gregg Abott has signed into Law about arresting and convicting these drug dealers, specifically, if the person dies!! 👏
Everyone should know by now that any drugs sold on the streets contain fentanyl. Fentanyl has even been found in weed that is sold on the streets.
Say NO to drugs☠️
I firmly believe that if most addicts were able to see the type of person they would become due to their addictions, they would never even try any drug in the first place. It really does turn you into two different people, and the real self that is so kind and loving is gradually beong strangled out of the body every single day the addiction is satiated. Please do not be hard on yourselves for being mad at your loved ones over this; they're mad at their addicted selves as well. Much love and many prayers sent everyone's way 🙏 ❤️
Yes
He was fortunate to have such a loving family and close friend
I wish that my youngest brothers case. He was narcissistic, a woman beater, amongst other things even before drugs. Drugs just took it to another dangerous level.
Hearing this boys family sounds so familiar. He was loved so much. It sucks he never got to be the person he was meant to be.
Facts💯
I lived in South Philadelphia, and I saw the effects of drugs; that made me NEVER touch drugs! It was not appealing to the eye to see someone under the influence. I'm in my mid 50's and don't even like using prescription drugs. Had several surgeries and refused to fill the prescription for the opioid pain medication. I reached for OTC advil. I wasn't taking chances on becoming addicted.
Love the honesty and candidness of his brother! What a mature young man.
I hate to victim blame , but the guy who passed away used to steal from his brother and lie and say he wasn’t stealing . Did I hear that right ? That’s a terrible thing to do. Karma strikes in weird ways .
@@rdh7393He didn't deserve to die!!
@@queencerseilannister3519 You are correct but even though Mr. Garcia did not deserve death, the lifestyle he led often leads to death. Death is a realistic and common consequence of drug use, especially today.
Truly like that retro haircut 👍
@@principecaprincipeca2243 Not sure who you are referring to (the deceased young man, his brother or his friend) but I hope you are being sincere and not trying to criticize any of the people involved in this situation.
His brother is adorable. RIP Ruben. 🤍
His bro is very sexy 12:40
YES! HE IS
When I had my daughter my goal everyday was as to provide , protect and make it home
My son, Nicholas Joseph Bell, died on September 24, 2021 when he took a pill he thought was Xanax but it turned out to be fentanyl. He was by himself in a hotel room in Tijuana and we couldn’t help him. Rest in Peace to my baby and to yours 🥲
So sad, bless you & so sorry for your loss ❤ 🙏
So sorry for your loss.
Those are some mature, well-spoken young men.
I wish them the best for their future.
Addiction is such a tricky business, talking about it makes more people realize the behaviors of addiction .
So sorry 4 ur loss..I loathe fentanyl and what it is doing to people and families 😢😢😢
The grip of addiction is so sadly so strong. I'm so sorry to see yet again, another soul taken by this horrible drug. I'm so sorry for the pain it's left behind. Thank you all for sharing your story. Rest In Peace Ruben 🙏
Sir Ruben yr story has been made aware. Bless u Son ❤🤍🌼🤍
Very bright young men. I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all 🙏
You have a lot of wisdom brother!
His friend is such a sweet boy ❤. Sorry to everyone who suffers through this. If its any consolation im learning a lot from these videos, so the message is getting around for sure.
These days all street drugs potentially have fentanyl in them and that's one reason I am currently drug free RIP Ruben
I, love this channel and the awareness it brings to the world it’s very important to know about the horrible Fentanyl. My condolences to Ruben Family may he rest in peace. 🩷💕🩷
Thank you
I’m so sorry for y’all loss… people should be accountable for dealing bad stuff and it’s really sad that a baby is left behind without her father 😢😢😢😢
Seems like a great kid im sorry for your loss.
This is heartbreaking. His mother is spot on when she said that it CAN happen to anyone. It takes one time at a party or even weed laced with it and you don’t even know. Terrifying. I talk to my kids so much that they basically roll their eyes like here she goes again. I don’t care. I want them to be hyper vigilant.
Alot of addictions start with weed. So sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing😑💔
Weed in and of itself can become an addiction. Not deadly but still causes misery.
@@rockstarofredondo 100%. It's addictive by itself & expensive. Just seems alot of people who have drug problems started with it so it is a gateway drug today.
Many more start with alcohol
@@principecaprincipeca2243 Not really. Alcohol drinkers generally stay with that. Potheads always deflect to alcohol, never fails 😅
❤❤❤❤ praying 🙏🙏🙏
Smoking weed is not a normal teen activity.
it's definitely not abnormal. I'm not condoning it (for teens) at all, just saying. 🙏
it's normal in disfunctional families.
@@MaisyK youre a very rude person. If you have nothing nice to say please don't comment.
youd want to say its not - but in this generation, its becoming a “normalized” activity. why most times its now on the popular rise compared to them smoking tobacco. tabacco in many teens is now seen as taboo and gross compared to smoking weed.
alcohol and marijuana is on the rise for teens more than anything!
Sad to see a global epidemic of hard drugs killing our youth. Blessings and prayers to the family. So young!
I agree with his friend- watch who you call your friends and your surroundings play a factor.
It should be a petition we can sign so that we can get all these fentanyl dealer's out of here and if you get caught selling they charge you to the fullest extent 😢
A petition? For who? How would you know who to send it to? Shut down the border and send people to jail.
These videos should be everywhere on the news, social media , billnoards etc. These are victims of greed and the suppliers have to be prosecuted and punished. They are serial killers!.
My mom told me, tell who hang around with and I'll tell you what kind of a person you are.
Yes, 'dime con quien andas y te diré quien eres'. 😢
@@mariariosmejia1922 si es
The dreamx are just another dimension youre together in. We never die, we just get a new meat suit and carry on learning. Believe me, hes right there beside you, just not in the physical anymore in this dimension. Hes real good, believe me
💔
Addiction is a disease and addicts deserve compassion. But addicts SHOULD NOT HAVE KIDS.
❤
20
I got given fentanly for the second time in the hospital for an heart cath surgery, i don't see how people are hooked on it and then say that it makes them feel high. It didn't make me feel high at all. All it did was make me feel really tired.
Medical fentanyl is not equal to street fentanyl.
This fetti bad
Fentanyl doesn't kill everyone who does it and I heard that some people do it every day. Deadly only for some.
Shame on the Biden regime.
What are you talking about? This is Texas, and the opioid crisis started under Bush.
What about the Trump, Obama, Bush (x2), Reagan, Carter, Ford, Nixon, ........ going all the way back to the Harding administration in the 1920s. The "drug crisis" in our country goes back at least 100 years.
It’s allllllll presidents
Put your kids in sports. Its not full proof but definitely helps.
His brother and his best friend are so mature. I can tell they really loved and cared for Rueben. I’m so sorry for what they’ve all endured. My condolences to this loving family.
I wanna thank his friend and brother for truly being honest. They conveyed their feeling with tact and great understanding without restraint.
So sad that he left his daughter without a father. This Fentanyl is devastating so many lives.💔
Fentanyl didn't jump inside his mouth on its own, people need to take responsibility of their own actions.
@@normn2915well, they bought something else, like Percocet, not fentanyl.
@@normn2915no it’s poisok n the diesels kf Fent addixcfiik is hell
@@normn2915it’s an addiction shut up, no one said he was innocent
@@normn2915It's a difference in Fentynal POISIONING and doing Fentynal... when someone laces your shit without you knowing, that's poisioning... The MAJORITY of these stories are about the people who were POISIONED!! Didn't know that's wtf was in their drug. So how can they take responsibility of some sh!t they didn't know was put in their sh!t?????? This one sadly is one of the few on this series who knew. But the majority didn't know that Sh!t. Trusting the wrong mfs. Smh
Since when was drugs apart of normal teen activities? It’s not! Hold your kids accountable. Parents can do the best they can and sometimes it’s still not enough.
They prescribe it now
In all the episodes Ive watched, the families make it sound like "Oh he was just smokin weed" Im like 🤔
I need help my damn self. I hide my addiction which is scary because nobody will know if I am OD. But so many people judge and point the finger it’s like why would I tell anyone. But one day it could be to late God forbid. It would just be nice to have someone to talk to. I need help but to afraid to ask for it. If you know for sure someone has an addiction just help them I know it’s hard but sometimes all someone needs is support. I Love you all TH-cam family be safe out there
There is help out there. You can call or text 988 for some guidance. You might also like a series we are producing of recovery stories that’s in our playlists.
@@mistermills8080 please talk to someone.🙏
The younger brother and the friend seem to be smart and sensible kids. You can tell how hurt they were losing Ruben. I hope they can all find peace.
Also, that poor baby will never get to know her daddy. So sad.
The friend is so young, yet so wise 😔
Truly sad. Listen to what his friend says at the end. It's truly important, even if it might seem obvious and cliché. The once every 6 months turns into a once a month, then it's every week-end and it's still "enjoyable". But ultimately, you'll have stuff left over, so the week will finish on Monday. Before you know it, Tuesday...etc and it's everyday. The trap is that most people will only realise there's an issue the first time they don't have any money to score. When feeling like death (a bad cold my a$$ it's like death, especially knowing that you could feel better in 2 seconds makes it 100 times worse), Deep down everyone knows at that point they have a problem....Problem being, it's usually too late as by then you're already addicted (and will do anything to deny this new reality including using more)
Listen to your real friends, your non-using friends, don't go the "one last time and I'll stop" route. Never works... Next thing you know (if your lucky), 10 years have gone by, you've lost everything, alienated yourself from loved ones and family, making it even harder to get the motivation to finally stop it for good. There's no such thing as using once in a while like before, as your brain is now rewired and you relapse in a day, using more than before.
Seriously, when you hear "don't even try it once" there's a reason. Most people deep inside after their 1st time know they will use again if they get the opportunity. Rip Ruben. All the best for his Brother, mother, friends, stay strong, never forget how he was before addiction kicked in.
Thank you for your comments.
These young men are wise beyond their years. So sorry
I’m so grateful for this channel and the awareness it’s bringing but watching these videos are heartbreaking so many young people dying 🥲🙏🏼
His friend was right on when speaking - making many valid points.
My question is if that person that was with him saw him suffering and struggling and let him die, wouldn't he be held responsible or shouldn't he be held responsible for not calling for EMS or some kind of help? To me that's murder. I m having a hard time finding the right words.
Nothing was going to save this poor kid. He OD’d twice, was brought back, and still didn’t heed his gifted warnings. Drugs aren’t worth it.
TWICE? THATS CRAZY
Had a baby to live for and still threw his life away 😢
I'm not being a jerk. I promise. But it's not like poisoning of innocent people. Everyone gambles when they partake in illicit activities. Stakes are now higher with opoids. Please get help if you're struggling.
Before your videos popped up in my feed I was oblivious to fentanyl poisoning. Had no understanding. A young man Ty Bell who went to school with my sons died of it several years ago. Ty was such a beautiful soul. He made national news headlines. So many young lives lost. I have watched dozens of videos now. Feeling so much grief for each family with each story. Thanks for opening my mind. And helping me understand Ty's death a little better. Senseless.
You all know its happening all the time in the US. These kids know they are playing Russian roulette every time they take a pill. Sorry but tough love. You mother did as much as u could. Kids don't listen.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Rest in heaven young man. Stay strong and you all doing these interviews are definitely helping ppl. And thank you to the channel creator!
thank you for your comment.
My prayers go out to this beautiful family and PRAISE GOD FOR BLESSED IS THE LORD JESUS CHRIST AMEN TITUS 2 13 LOOKING FOR THAT BLESSED HOPE AND THE GLORIOUS APPEARING OF OUR GREAT GOD AND SAVIOR YESHUA AMEN THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR DYING ON THE CROSS FOR ALL OF MY SINS IN ACCORDING TO THE SCRIPTURES AMEN I LOVE YOU GOD THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SAVING MY SON HE IS IN A SOBER LIVING HOME DOING SO GOOD HES BEEN CLEAN FOR 6 MONTHS AMEN IM SO PROUD OF HIM BUT ITS BECAUSE OF MY LORD JESUS CHRIST WHO SAVED ME AND MY BOY HES 23 BUT HE WILL ALWAYS BE MY BABY BOY
Gaslighting is huge in a person when they are on drugs. I know from experience. You make everyone try to feel dumb knowing damn well you are lying. Rip young soul ❤
If having a daughter, a fam that loves you, almost dyin.. Doesnt change them and make them wanna do better idk what else would😕
No excuses made. The pain left behind. Loved trying to move about knowing his addiction was stronger than him. Prayers to all whom loved Rueben🙏🏾
I'm so very sorry for your loss...addiction IS a family tragedy...God bless🙏
Wow! That friend that put him on video call as he lay there dying should be charged.
From the story that was told, sounds like he was already dead by the time the girl friend saw him on video call.
I miss you Ruben. I wish I could’ve given you more or even better advice when we smoked man. I hope you’re up there looking down on Los & blessing him man. Much love.
Very handsome young one! God Bless this family! So very sorry❤ Drugs are the beast!
The dreams are actual visits. So sweet he visits his brother so much. Prayers for your family
So sorry
Courageous people speaking on behalf of their loved ones who no longer have an earthly voice is a footstep towards awareness and the saving of a soul not yet taken too soon...
🇿🇦
My condolences on the passing of your precious son Ruben. Sending you prayers of strength and peace momma.
12:06 🎯 young man, the "people, places and things" mantra when someone is trying to stay in recovery is very important to put into practice, people that are able to do that have a better chance at long term recovery. I pray that the young man's family and friends find peace and God please help all the ones struggling 🙏🏻😇
i am very sorry for your loss. I pray for your family and may God's peace be upon you.
Drug dealers need to be arrested charged n jailed….
Thank You For Sharing Ruben’s Powerful Story 💙
Smoking weed is not ‘normal teenage stuff.’ Please stop normalizing altering your mental state, as it can cause paranoia, memory loss, and other issues. After watching these fentanyl death videos, it’s clear that weed is often the gateway drug to bigger highs and addiction.
I love you, Ruben. Be at peace. ❤
You can hear the anger disappointment and sadness from his family members. And it’s sad man because when addiction takes hold of you it’s a hard habit to break and with him being so young he hadn’t even got the chance to live and his poor baby girl 😢😢😢
Heartbreaking. I am so very sorry. My 24 year old son is a recovering addict of opioids, it's horrifying. My daughters are 14 and 10, my husband and I have been educating them about this and they also saw what their brother went through. Sending you and your family love and light. Big hugs to you from a stranger who cares in Little Rock, Arkansas. 💔💜🙏🫂🕯🕊
Prayers to you and especially your son 🙏🏾
Prayers to you and especially your son 🙏🏾
I hate fentaIyl lost my brother because stupiddrug long-live chip I missyou brother
This shows that it can happen in any family GOD is still in control AMEN.
I’m so sorry for your loss. When they start experimenting they kinda loose control, and unfortunately it doesn’t just affect him, but affects everyone that’s been his friends and his family! Thank you for sharing your story. I know you’re heartbroken 😢
It really angers me that the so called friends can just leave their friend there to die. All they're thinking about is self preservation. Idk how people can lose all humanity. Parents should also be talking to their kids about how to handle those type of situations and not just about not doing drugs. I've heard so many stories where the "friends " just let them die right in front of them. I believe there should ve laws in place to make people have to call 911 immediately.
It's sad and frustrating
Rest In Peace Ruben 🙏🏼🙏🏼 Prayers For The Family and Friends. 🙏🏼🙏🏼
4 phentanyl deaths in our family and a stepson regularly using. He admits it but he has been lying to us for 8 years. We are dreading the call when he overdoses
miss u ruben i love u brudda 🥺#LLRUBEN💙
This young generation needs just to stop using any type of drug, including marijuana. Nothing is safe nowadays.
I feel so bad for his brothers and momma…. Now his daughter has no daddy. Praying for this family 🙏🏼
Perfect example of why kids shouldn't dabble into weed, cocaine and the likes. So so sorry to his family and friends. Pls don't feel bad for being mad at him, your emotions, which are varied, are very valid. Stealing things from his loved ones shows how deep he sank and it was so fast too. He was really young. I really wish he kicked it for his daughter. Pls kids out there, dont do drugs pls. There's really nothing in it but a life of regrets. RIP to Ruben. May God comfort his family 🙏🏾
Weed is the gate way drug
His “friend” hasn’t talked with the family, nor reached out. SMH.
I would be scared to be an addict today. You can’t get any “real” drugs anymore unless it’s a legit prescription. Everything today is pressed & every time you take something from the street you’re playing Russian roulette
One of the boys said smoking weed is a normal teenager activity. That is totally incorrect. I was a teenager when 'pot' became well-known in the USA and the Vietnam War began - the 1960s. I graduated high school in 1968. I worked one job during the week/another job on the weekends throughout high school and the same throughout college, all while living at home. Bought my own cars and paid my own tuition. Respect for myself and others were paramount. I haven't ever considered smoking pot, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, etc. Why start doing something you know could be addictive and therefore dangerous? Plus I NEVER wanted to disappoint my parents! I am now 73 and I admit I have consumed 2 glasses of wine this year. I remember my actions. Life is not hazy. Pot aka weed impacts brains that are not fully formed. It is often a gateway drug. Once the body builds a tolerance it requires more to reach that elusive high. That is usually when the downward spiral begins. Also some people have addictive personalities. Many aren't aware of that issue until they start doing drugs. Many people are addicted to carbonated beverages (aka soft drinks), and watching television. Definitely not as detrimental as drugs but still addictive.
Well said
I just turned 66 and I swear to God, I've never once tried weed, let alone any other illicit drugs. We are out there.
I hope that Ruben's Mother and beautiful brother will play a big and positive role in his daughters life.
RIP Ruben.
Boys you are addicted
So sad. Sorry for your loss. 💔🙏🏽
I watch these videos when I feel like being dead...
God bless everyone.
There is help out there. You can call or text 988 for some guidance. We also have a series of recovery stories that you might find interesting. Check out our playlists.
You're not alone a lot of us feel that way. Only God can save us all.
@@dianabeurman364 ❤
His brother SAID IT SO VERY WELL 💯✅💪🏾‼️ 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 IT WASN'T HIM ( IT WAS THE DRUGS ) 🗣️ IT'S A "DISEASE" 🤌🏾 Giving CREDIT to the FRIEND ON HERE ALSO 💯💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾✅ WELL SAID 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
those of us who cope with drugs walk a dangerous path....but i've made my piece with it.
Prayers to his mom and daughter,🙏🏻
RIP Ruben 🙏🙏🙏
And now weed is legal in many states …
And weed is also having traces of Fentanyl!!😡
The boy with the blue shirt looks like he might also needs help.
So so so so so heartbreaking I have some close in age with him.. I can't.. I'm so so so so so sorry for your loss.. 💜🕊🙏🏻