The fentanyl crisis is so out of control in this country that law enforcement agencies are so overwhelmed they only have the resources to only take on the cases with the strongest evidence since that has a shot at actually putting these death dealers in jail for a long time. Please have compassion for law enforcement; they're affected by this crisis too. I'm in SoCali and the detective who handled my sister's case was only able to talk to us twice. The first time was to notify us of her death and the toxicology report would determine what would happen next. The last time, it was to notify us that since there was more than just fentanyl in her system, the investigation into her death was technically over. However, my late father was a sheriff and so the detective felt comfortable enough in our ability to understand the position they were in as law enforcement agents that they were still investigating the people involved who dealt my sister the drugs. They are trying to make a case against these dealers for first-degree murder by willfully selling lethal doses of fentanyl disguised as other drugs. This is something so extremely notoriously difficult to prove they are only "investigating" the most pristine cases but that doesn't mean they have ceased investigating all other cases. I hope this makes sense and can bring some peace to everyone reading this. Much love and many prayers sent everyone's way 🙏 ❤
I don’t like them, but they narcaned and saved me from an overdose. If they would have waited for the ambulance I would be dead. So I respect them but I’ve been treated the worst as an addict by l.e
There is no good way to inform a Mother that her son was dead. Police officers hate doing it. They have to be strong. They never know how a person is going to react.
Ive been sober 13 years, I’d be dead if fentanyl was around back then. I show my teenagers ALL of these videos, I pray they are really paying attention. What a beautiful story, thanks for educating us ❤
That’s incredible, good for you on 13 years!!! I’ve been sober 6 years and I do the same thing with my kids! I used fentanyl at the end of my addiction, but at that time it wasn’t being put in pills like this yet. Horrific stuff regardless, to say the least. The week after I entered treatment, the counselors there started talking about fentanyl being put in pills. There were so many ladies from my treatment center who were successfully completing treatment only to relapse and not make it back. I remember feeling terrified. And how frustrating to see this mother fight for justice for her son and have the police turn on her. My heart just breaks for her. I’m very thankful for this channel and these parents and families who speak up and spread awareness so we can pass the knowledge on to our children.
Same here buddy, my addiction was during the OxyContin epidemic and I would most certainly not be here today if fentanyl was around back then. I’ve been sober for around the same amount of years. Been in business now for over ten years. My life is nothing like it was because I’ve changed it. These people will never get that opportunity. It’s sad.
I have seen a lot of positive effects from that course of action. At the same time, people who are grieving aren’t always rational and I can see why this mother took the actions she did. I wish the system were more understanding of her intentions and circumstances.
Omg these stories make me cry, but this mama here has me bawling! Arrested? Unbelievable. The justice system in this country SUCKS!!! My heart goes out to Stephanie and her family! 🙏💔❤️
There’s now over 40k views on this poor woman’s story…. This is an outrage. People who sell this stuff, should be jailed for manslaughter at the very least. Hopefully she’ll get the justice she deserves, this is unbelievable. A very bad look for the police… fair play to her for speaking out, I’m absolutely disgusted this has happened to her. 😢
God bless her. I understand how she feels bc the same thing happened to me. My son was 26 yrs old. You never get over losing a child. That's the worst hurt in the world. I found my child in the bathroom. I dream of it and everything else. No parent should have to deal with that. He had a toxic lethal level of Fentanyl in his system. The pain only eases a little it never goes away.
I understand your pain, I lost my son on 3,23,2023 to a Fentanyl poisoning, I found him in his bed. It runs through my head how I found him every day and especially at night. I will never get over losing my son.
This mother’s palpable, overwhelming grief and the agony of her loss moved me like no other in this moving, timely series. The utter incompetence of local LE and their complete lack of interest in locking up a murderer is infuriating, yet they’re happy to arrest and charge this broken mother. Heads should (figuratively, but life’s full of surprises) roll over this massive dropped ball. I’m the Canadian mom of a young adult son, and wish I could ease the family’s heartbreak over losing their child in a way I fear losing my own. Sending much care and sympathy to this strong, determined, loving, brave mama.
This is another one that got to me, so sad how basically killing someone means nothing to the police, that guy gave her son a fatal drug that killed her son but just let him get away with it but instead chose to arrest the mom, that's really sad😢
Unfortunately they are not strong they had no choice in this matter they are survivors and I do believe that God has given them the strength to fight this battle for their loved one that has died and to try to help others to prevent them from dying the same way!
You poor sweet woman. I have a son, and I could never imagine your devastation and frustration. Whatever you do, keep fighting for your sons cause. Mothers like myself will consistently stand behind you.
@@guyrabinowitzWhy, may l ask? Because what I'm assuming isn't nice, guy. In case English isn't your first language, we capitalize when we start a sentence.
This has got to be one of the most heartbreaking stories shared on this channel...... Stephine, I commend you for your strength and tenacity in trying to get justice for your son. I would have done the same thing, 100%. I am sorry for your loss. Keep sharing your story to get the word out there.
I agree! I’ve watched this story multiple times. I can almost feel her pain, of course I’ll never know what she’s going thru but my gosh this story hits home for me in such a weird way. It breaks my heart and makes me FURIOUS all at the same. This momma is sooo strong.❤️
My heart just completely broke for this Mom. Not only did she have to bury her beloved son, which NO parent should have to do. It’s a devastating travesty. But then to turn around and get arrested by the same officers that came to give you the death notice of your child just completely disgust me. My husband spent 25 years on the Houston police department as a Sargent of patrol, and when he retired he was relieved because of all the horrible things he had to see was one reason and the other reason was because he said policing is changing they don’t have compassion and it’s more about politics, which literally makes me sick to my stomach. This Momma, the family and his child will be in my prayers for the coming weeks months in years.
Please, thank your husband for me for giving 25 years of his life protecting & serving his community. I thank him for doing the job that most won't. The public wants to criticize & tear down our LE when we should be supporting them. I can not imagine the things he's seen in his career that he will never forget. I am extremely worried about how things are changing & it doesn't feel it's for the good. I pray your husband enjoys his retirement & the two of you have a long, happy life together.❤🙏❤
It’s absolutely ludicrous the power they allow officers to have. They don’t follow the same laws regular citizens do. She lost her son and could pinpoint who sold her son the drugs, and their main concern was her “impersonating “ one of them! Unbelievable! I’m so, so sorry for the loss of your son. There aren’t strong enough words to console you and your family for what you’ve been through. ❤❤
@@kristinehirtle6021The POWER of his MEMORY. You are a fool. Is that what you took away from THIS GRIEVING MOTHER'S TESTIMONY. You have NO empathy. Go back under your rock troll.
Omg this was the worst one yet 😢 There is no justice in this world for the victim, none, and she is proof positive! Wth was that cop thinking?! The DA did the right thing in dropping the charges. I pray she finds peace and solace ❤
We need to stand up against the fake pills because that seems to be a common theme in these fentanyl deaths. Fake pills are coming from the Mexico drug cartels #onepillcankill
How about we do both. Get the drugs off the streets, higher sentences and charges for dealers, even small time ones. Then we offer addiction services at a reasonable cost for all people instead of making it a waiting list and only good help for insured people.
I have seen many of the Texas Pictures Documentaries; every time I feel the pain of the parents. I wish you the best. Sending hugs and prayers from the Netherlands.
@@reneerenee5073 no, we dont have these issues in Europe - firstly doctors dont (and wont) prescribe opiods (unless you are literally dying & in severe & terminal pain) - and street drugs arent laced with Fentanyl (yet). No comparison to the suffering in the US. Yet.
She looks so young…thought she was the sister! My condolences to her and her husband and family and to his friends. What a tragedy; that poor baby girl will not have her daddy…🤍🕊😞
We are being wiped out by a satanic administration lead by a old man that wears diapers and does whatever China tells him to do and that’s killing as many white Americans as he can,replacing us with illegal immigrants¥
My son’s friend died from illicit fentanyl. I have watched many of these stories and this one made me cry. I’m so sorry for your great loss and what you have been through. Thank you for sharing your story.
This is totally unacceptable the way you were treated... I'm so sorry for all the pain you have had to go through.. my prayers are with you .Thank you Texas pictures for all the light that helps spread the word of how horrible this drug is.. ❤
Oh honey, the courage it takes for you to share such pain. May your words save the lives of others so that not one more mother has to endure what you have experienced. May you find a place of peace and comfort with time. 🌺 Rest peacefully Justin
The love of a mother is so powerful, you love your child unconditionally the moment you conceive, even after death. I hate that the system did that to you Ms. Stephanie. It’s terribly heartbreaking. YOU are so STRONG to still sit in front of us and share Justin’s story. I pray for peace and comfort amongst your family and may Justin continue resting in the arms of the Lord forever, Amen.
Oh my word, how DARE that officer arrest her! How DARE the judge and police treat her like that! I am fuming for her!! I am so sorry for your unbearable loss, mam.😢
I comment on as many as these as i can.....I am so sorry you lost your boy...i can see the grief in your eyes without you even talking....i have 2 boys and 1 girl and the thought of losing them at all rips my heart out...i can't imagine what you are going through...i watched my man go through active addiction and withdrawal and recovery thank the Lord...i thank anyone who will listen thank you thank you thank you....this by no means helps your sadness or grief or the hole that you will feel forever but i hope that you know that because of your story and many sadly, many other on this channel made it possible for me to talk to my kids, especially my 14 year old....i am so happy you said HE DIDN'T GO LOOKING FOR FENTANYL, IT WAS STAMPED AS AN OXYCODONE.....i had to tell my kids ranging in age from 11-19 that you can't just try things for fun, this is life and death, it doesn't matter what it's stamped with, they have stamping presses and they look identical...i am so sorry Stephine i can't imagine the pain you must feel...i just hope you know that this is really helping people, i know it didn't save your boy but i am sure THIS IS SAVING SOMEONE'S CHILD, SOMEONE'S DAUGHTER, SON, BROTHER , SISTER, NIECE, NEPHEW, MOTHER, FATHER, ETC. THIS IS SAVING SOMEONE....again i am so sorry that this is you on this channel, i hope you heal and at some point down the line know that your grace and openness is helping someone out there, this channel made it possible for me to have the very awful but necessary discussion with my kids and you never know that it might be THIS STORY, YOUR VOICE THAT GETS THROUGH TO SOMEONE....thank you and i am so so sorry you lost your boy...sending love from Oregon❤🩹❤🩹❤❤❤❤❤
You are an incredible mother. I’m so sorry for your loss. I promise I won’t ever forget Justin’s name and his story, when I have children I will be sure to tell them Justin’s story, it matters. Thank you for being willing to do this video. All I want to do is embrace you.
Absolutely shocked and mortified that that fing cop couldn't question the guy who sold the pill but has the GRIEVING MOTHER ARRESTED?!? WTAF?!?! System is so broken. This mama bear was a tear jerker. So so so sorry for her loss. Gutwrenching.
What gets me about all these stories is that almost every one of these grieving families is left to do simple detective work on their own without the help of law enforcement. Tragedy upon tragedy.
This story absolutely breaks my heart and makes me completely furious at the same time. I work in the criminal justice field and deal with Harris County a lot. They continuously release violent offenders with very low bonds. That is such a slap in the face too a grieving momma. I am so sorry for your loss.💔
This is so heart-wrenching...that this poor mother had to not only suffer the loss of her child but to be so disrespected by law enforcement. It is a crime!!!
I am soooo sorry for your loss! I know about Harris County because I grew up near there. I can't believe they arrested you....what a farce!! Thank you for giving your experience!! May God bless you and give you peace! I am going to warn my grandsons!!
Mama, you’re making me cry. Unbelievable and unimaginable behavior by a Harris county police officer. Disgusting. Glad to see they dismissed the charges. Prayers to you. 😢
@@missourikatt in the video after she says they have a date set after that it says all charges are dismissed! And if you look at her page she shares what happens.
Il will be showing this to my kids ASAP. So sorry for your loss and for getting arrested for trying to do the right thing. Also thank you for sharing your story👍🏽
I think I’ve watched every video this channel has put out and this one brought on the most tears for me. I feel her pain so much. I can’t imagine the pain she’s feeling. RIP.. 💔
I again feel so sorry for her loss! 🥺 Every time I watch an episode of „Fentanyl Poisoning“ I feel sadness, grief, helplessness and anger! Nobody should have to die because he/she took one pill or even half a pill! One sentence is kind of included in almost every episode: That the parents/grandparents/family members didn’t know about Fentanyl till their son/daughter died. And exactly that is the problem and this is why these episodes are so important! There‘s no doubt at all that the US has a Fentanyl crisis and that way too many people die because of Fentanyl Poisoning, so everybody from young to old needs to be aware of that crisis and the amount of pain this crises causes. Between 2021 and 2022 there were over 107.000 deaths in the US caused by Fentanyl. In that same timeframe we here in Germany had 171 deaths caused by Fentanyl. Even 171 deaths are so unnecessary and kind of senseless, and over 107.000 deaths are a number that blows my mind. One other thing also blows my mind: Why are so many deaths caused by Fentanyl Poisoning NOT be investigated by the authorities? Why? Justin didn’t want to die, Justin didn’t want Fentanyl, he „just“ wanted an Oxy, and the person gave him a pill which probably had a lot of Fentanyl in it. So I ask all the people from the US: Why isn’t there an investigation of any kind? Why aren’t people sent to prison because they sold Fentanyl pills? As a German I honestly have to admit: Some of the US prison terms are hard to understand, and especially if you compare the US prison terms with our prison terms. Sometimes US prison terms are kind of mind boggling to me, but if one person kills another person by Fentanyl Poisoning then there‘s almost never an investigation. One final note from my side: The letters Justin‘s mother wrote, respect for only doing that and not doing anything „stupid“. To sign the letters with a fake name which kind of implied a Police Officer, not very smart tbh but 100 percent understandable! As I heard that Justin‘s mother was arrested for „impersonating a police officer“ I instantly thought „No way, you have to be kidding me!“, so I am very very thankful that the DA‘s office dismissed the case. I really do hope and pray that „Roy“ will face consequences, if not from the DA, maybe Karma will have a good day and visits „Roy“… Again, as I wrote in sadly so many comments here on this channel: With very sad regards from Germany 🇩🇪, Philipp
Thanks again Phillipp. With some of our stories police do investigate. The release of one story was delayed several weeks waiting for an arrest. With other stories there's not much of an investigation, the case is closed, the family goes to DEA, then the case is reopened, and DEA manages to use the same evidence the police had to file charges, make an arrest. It isn't consistent.
Ohh momma you've been wronged by that police officer. How cruel of him to deliberately put you through more pain because he felt pressure. You did nothing wrong & Im sorry for you & your families loss. Much love from Australia
Your testimony and agony of the loss of your son is so far the most painful one for me to watch!!! 😭😭😭😭😭 Question: do you know why your son bought that pill? Was he in physical pain or was he addicted to that drug he thought he ordered??? I’m glad your case was dismissed!!! 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you Texas Documentaries for doing this but especially a big thanks to these heartbroken families. I just can’t imagine the pain and heartbreak they have gone through. RIP Justin😪
My heart breaks for you and I see all of these posts every day and I beg my son to stay sober he is in another state, trying to stay sober, and I miss him every single day. Every moment I pray for him that he will not try any drug just one more time because that one more time mean I will never see him again, and my heart could not handle that as I can see what it did to you. I am praying for you. I know that probably doesn’t mean much but I can feel your pain and I’m so scared that I am going to experience that pain someday but once you are an addict it is so hard to stay sober. He tries every single day to fight those demons and all I can do is hope and pray pray pray that he will stay sober. Thank you for your story.
One of the saddest things for me is that my daughter’s many photographs don’t even come close to displaying her vibrant, wonderful personality. 💔🙏🏽😢 Have mercy, Lord Jesus Christ.
This breaks my heart. 😢 Something must be done to hold those that sold the pill responsible. I lost my youngest daughter in 2012 and the pain is always there every day. No parent should have to go through this ever!
My heart goes out to you. What you have experienced seems unreal, and I hope everyone who sees this video keeps you in their prayers...I know I will. 🙏
I’ve never experienced pain like this. I pray GOD gives her peace and comfort. And keeps his hand on her during this difficult time. Rest easy, Justin🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻✝️
Oh, this poor mama. I have 2 boys. 25. 19. I can not imagine. I *can* imagine that closet, though. Completely. So sorry for your devastating loss. Good for you for taking steps to shine the light on those responsible. Thank you for sharing your story.
I am so sorry for your loss. I am also so sorry that you were shown so much disrespect from the people that we all look to for help during these times. I pray for comfort and justice for your family 🙏
Right, punish a grieving mother with a felony charge when she was only trying to solve a case that they should have been working on. That police force is despicable! 😡
As a mom who has a son (and 2 daughters) , hearing these stories just crushes my heart! I'm so very sorry that you're going through this horrible pain!!! I pray that you get justice for Justin! I personally know so many people that have lost their life from Fentanyl. It's so damned scary that you have to worry about someone that you love getting hold of this poison!!!!! And the fact that you were arrested and charged with any crime just blows my mind!!!!!
It's impossibile to comprehend such level of injustice . We're all with you dear lady , you've done nothing wrong ,your son made a mistake , the men who sold him the pill caused his death and police officers were gutless ,selfish ,souless individuals . It's a cruel situation and we all stand by your side . God bless you and your family . Don't allow these people to hurt you anymore . Hold on to your grandchild and surround yourself with the love of your family and friends .
Your story breaks my heart. My heart breaks for all of the people suffering from addiction as well as the curious, who take a tablet for the first (and last) time. May you move from strength to strength, and may you find comfort in the memory of your precious son. Sending you so much love ❤️
I lost my little sister to fentynal poisoning June, 2019. I feel your incredible pain & anguish. I really do. You're one of the bravest individuals I've ever witnessed. Bless your heart. 🫶
This is very powerful. You shared this with us, to help us see the madness in it all. So frustrating. So unfair. I wish someone will find a solution. We are being invaded by criminals and nothing is being done to stop it. These videos, I pray, will help to get the ball rolling in the right direction.
Im so sorry for ur loss of ur handsome son, i think any parent would have done the same thing !! The cops should b ashamed of their selfs under the circumstances they should have know it was anger cause he gave ur son the drugs
My heart goes out to Justin's Mum and family - what the Police put her through and DID NOT DO to the death pedaling drug dealer was just a downright travesty of justice - I live in Australia and this would just not happen here. Prayers for healing and love go out to you all - I know you will find solace in Justin's daughter- he lives on forever in your Granddaughter. ❤
Now days you can get arrested for not showing YOUR receipt at walmart, but not for stealing with fully loaded carts. You can get arrested for writing a letter, but NOT for killing YOUNG with poison. What country are we living in. I’m deeply sorry for losing your son. Don’t give up
I am so incredibly saddened and sorry for your loss. From one mother to another I wish you healing and some peace of mind. You did everything you could and it was right. God bless you all. X
First my sincere condolences to your family. May your son rest in peace. I pray for your healing 🙏🏾. I I’m absolutely appalled that they could arrest you for the letter you wrote but they couldn’t arrest him for selling your son fentanyl. 😢
Praying your strength in the Lord! So sorry for your lost! My heart hurts for you and your family! Your son’s great heart will let him live forever! ❤❤❤🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
You know the things you see that you wish you could unsee are these painful videos but I know I am looking at them because I am not delusional into thinking it couldn't happen to my loved one. I cried this entire video about Justin. I am a Stephanie, a warrior for my child! To be arrested by that same officer knowing that her heart was in getting justice in the best way she could without causing harm is heartbreaking. She needed to be awarded some grace in this instance. I know now it resolved and dismissed but man, the pain. My prayers are for her, his babygirl, and family🙏🏾🩷
Wow, I am so sorry they did that to you! I lost my son too and I know who did it, but nothing has been done. I did send him a text message and told him he killed my son. I am so sorry your boy is gone.
Isn't that something the person who sold the crap that kills someone doesn't even get questioned but the mother who lost her son writes a letter and gets felony charges. I am so sorry for your loss and for the way they added to the pain. The officer who pressed the charges should be ashamed!
I am so sorry for your loss. Why don’t the police do anything about this? I’ve heard so many parents on this forum say the same things💔 it’s just terrible. I’m so sorry
My heart goes out to this mother. I have suffered so much loss in my own life with my own children. Keep your chin up, because salvation and deliverance draws near, because the world is changing very fast, and you can put your trust in Jesus and family first before anything else. You did not lose him at all, he is with the Lord, and soon we will all be re-united in the second coming.
My heart breaks for this woman, I support her 10000 percent. I’m proud of her. Can’t believe this officer arrested her. This is sad beyond words.. I bet if this officer lost a child in this situation, he would arrest the idiots. I know they say that this kid chose to take the drug, but it was not what he was told. I can’t imagine how sad she must be.. God bless you
Being treated like you were and disrespected by Law Enforcement is a knife in the heart. I am so sorry for your loss. 💔💔💔💔💔
Don't capitalize "law enforcement."
The fentanyl crisis is so out of control in this country that law enforcement agencies are so overwhelmed they only have the resources to only take on the cases with the strongest evidence since that has a shot at actually putting these death dealers in jail for a long time. Please have compassion for law enforcement; they're affected by this crisis too. I'm in SoCali and the detective who handled my sister's case was only able to talk to us twice. The first time was to notify us of her death and the toxicology report would determine what would happen next. The last time, it was to notify us that since there was more than just fentanyl in her system, the investigation into her death was technically over. However, my late father was a sheriff and so the detective felt comfortable enough in our ability to understand the position they were in as law enforcement agents that they were still investigating the people involved who dealt my sister the drugs. They are trying to make a case against these dealers for first-degree murder by willfully selling lethal doses of fentanyl disguised as other drugs. This is something so extremely notoriously difficult to prove they are only "investigating" the most pristine cases but that doesn't mean they have ceased investigating all other cases. I hope this makes sense and can bring some peace to everyone reading this. Much love and many prayers sent everyone's way 🙏 ❤
I don’t like them, but they narcaned and saved me from an overdose. If they would have waited for the ambulance I would be dead. So I respect them but I’ve been treated the worst as an addict by l.e
O Lord, Harris Police Department needs to be headed up by God!
There is no good way to inform a Mother that her son was dead. Police officers hate doing it. They have to be strong. They never know how a person is going to react.
Ive been sober 13 years, I’d be dead if fentanyl was around back then. I show my teenagers ALL of these videos, I pray they are really paying attention. What a beautiful story, thanks for educating us ❤
That’s incredible, good for you on 13 years!!! I’ve been sober 6 years and I do the same thing with my kids! I used fentanyl at the end of my addiction, but at that time it wasn’t being put in pills like this yet. Horrific stuff regardless, to say the least. The week after I entered treatment, the counselors there started talking about fentanyl being put in pills. There were so many ladies from my treatment center who were successfully completing treatment only to relapse and not make it back. I remember feeling terrified. And how frustrating to see this mother fight for justice for her son and have the police turn on her. My heart just breaks for her. I’m very thankful for this channel and these parents and families who speak up and spread awareness so we can pass the knowledge on to our children.
Same here buddy, my addiction was during the OxyContin epidemic and I would most certainly not be here today if fentanyl was around back then. I’ve been sober for around the same amount of years. Been in business now for over ten years. My life is nothing like it was because I’ve changed it. These people will never get that opportunity. It’s sad.
I say this CONSTANTLY!!! I lost my 19 yr old stepson who thought he was takingaxanax. July 22nd 2019. Rest in Peace to ALL.
@@jbaxa3 thank god we made it!
Same here!
What you should’ve done was called the news station and get the story out there. That would’ve force the police to act. I’m very sorry for your loss.
I have seen a lot of positive effects from that course of action. At the same time, people who are grieving aren’t always rational and I can see why this mother took the actions she did. I wish the system were more understanding of her intentions and circumstances.
the police are corrupt pieces of filth they know who is really allowing this poison to come into our country but they want dare go after there masters
Omg these stories make me cry, but this mama here has me bawling! Arrested? Unbelievable. The justice system in this country SUCKS!!! My heart goes out to Stephanie and her family! 🙏💔❤️
Same! This one got me! I’m sad and pissed at the same time!
SMH my heart bleeds for these families but this story here takes the cake! To be a civilian and care more than the damn cops!
There’s now over 40k views on this poor woman’s story…. This is an outrage. People who sell this stuff, should be jailed for manslaughter at the very least. Hopefully she’ll get the justice she deserves, this is unbelievable. A very bad look for the police… fair play to her for speaking out, I’m absolutely disgusted this has happened to her. 😢
I hope the charges are removed. She obviously is in so much pain and desperately wants justice for her son.
@@ReemaDhillon. 💯!
I can't believe that jerk cop had you arrested!! 🤬🤬. Just completely heartless. My heart breaks for this mother 😭😭
God bless her. I understand how she feels bc the same thing happened to me. My son was 26 yrs old. You never get over losing a child. That's the worst hurt in the world. I found my child in the bathroom. I dream of it and everything else. No parent should have to deal with that. He had a toxic lethal level of Fentanyl in his system. The pain only eases a little it never goes away.
Same!!!! Charleston SC
I'm so sorry, dear lady. Bless you for sharing your story.
Your son and you will be together. ❤
Your remark is touching.
I understand your pain, I lost my son on 3,23,2023 to a Fentanyl poisoning, I found him in his bed. It runs through my head how I found him every day and especially at night. I will never get over losing my son.
This mother’s palpable, overwhelming grief and the agony of her loss moved me like no other in this moving, timely series. The utter incompetence of local LE and their complete lack of interest in locking up a murderer is infuriating, yet they’re happy to arrest and charge this broken mother. Heads should (figuratively, but life’s full of surprises) roll over this massive dropped ball.
I’m the Canadian mom of a young adult son, and wish I could ease the family’s heartbreak over losing their child in a way I fear losing my own. Sending much care and sympathy to this strong, determined, loving, brave mama.
Right? It hurts our souls
There is a colective whoever poisoning our children on this state and it’s spreading
This is really bad
This is another one that got to me, so sad how basically killing someone means nothing to the police, that guy gave her son a fatal drug that killed her son but just let him get away with it but instead chose to arrest the mom, that's really sad😢
This series is so heartbreaking but eye opening. These parents are so strong 😢
@@mtio2807, what would you of done? You sob!
Unfortunately they are not strong they had no choice in this matter they are survivors and I do believe that God has given them the strength to fight this battle for their loved one that has died and to try to help others to prevent them from dying the same way!
You poor sweet woman. I have a son, and I could never imagine your devastation and frustration. Whatever you do, keep fighting for your sons cause. Mothers like myself will consistently stand behind you.
Don't capitalize "mothers."
@@guyrabinowitzWhy, may l ask? Because what I'm assuming isn't nice, guy. In case English isn't your first language, we capitalize when we start a sentence.
This has got to be one of the most heartbreaking stories shared on this channel...... Stephine, I commend you for your strength and tenacity in trying to get justice for your son. I would have done the same thing, 100%. I am sorry for your loss. Keep sharing your story to get the word out there.
Indeed 😢
I agree! I’ve watched this story multiple times. I can almost feel her pain, of course I’ll never know what she’s going thru but my gosh this story hits home for me in such a weird way. It breaks my heart and makes me FURIOUS all at the same. This momma is sooo strong.❤️
My heart just completely broke for this Mom. Not only did she have to bury her beloved son, which NO parent should have to do. It’s a devastating travesty. But then to turn around and get arrested by the same officers that came to give you the death notice of your child just completely disgust me. My husband spent 25 years on the Houston police department as a Sargent of patrol, and when he retired he was relieved because of all the horrible things he had to see was one reason and the other reason was because he said policing is changing they don’t have compassion and it’s more about politics, which literally makes me sick to my stomach. This Momma, the family and his child will be in my prayers for the coming weeks months in years.
Please, thank your husband for me for giving 25 years of his life protecting & serving his community. I thank him for doing the job that most won't. The public wants to criticize & tear down our LE when we should be supporting them. I can not imagine the things he's seen in his career that he will never forget.
I am extremely worried about how things are changing & it doesn't feel it's for the good.
I pray your husband enjoys his retirement & the two of you have a long, happy life together.❤🙏❤
It’s absolutely ludicrous the power they allow officers to have. They don’t follow the same laws regular citizens do. She lost her son and could pinpoint who sold her son the drugs, and their main concern was her “impersonating “ one of them! Unbelievable! I’m so, so sorry for the loss of your son. There aren’t strong enough words to console you and your family for what you’ve been through. ❤❤
Momma, Don’t you give up!!! You keep fighting, you fight!! I’m so sorry, prayers to you and your family. Rest in Power, Justin🙏🏾
What does 'rest in power' mean?
@@kristinehirtle6021The POWER of his MEMORY. You are a fool. Is that what you took away from THIS GRIEVING MOTHER'S TESTIMONY. You have NO empathy. Go back under your rock troll.
Are you kidding me?! This lady was arrested on a felony! Wth 🙄
Omg this was the worst one yet 😢 There is no justice in this world for the victim, none, and she is proof positive! Wth was that cop thinking?! The DA did the right thing in dropping the charges. I pray she finds peace and solace ❤
Disgusting AF
We need to stand up as a society to stop drug and alcohol overdose deaths.
It starts with Drs. They’re the primary drug dealers
@@mtio2807 correct 💯
We need to stand up against the fake pills because that seems to be a common theme in these fentanyl deaths. Fake pills are coming from the Mexico drug cartels #onepillcankill
How about we do both. Get the drugs off the streets, higher sentences and charges for dealers, even small time ones. Then we offer addiction services at a reasonable cost for all people instead of making it a waiting list and only good help for insured people.
@@AKA-Nana great idea
I am so sorry for the lose of your precious son. I lost mine too, 3 years ago. Not one thing was done to find the people who were responsible
I have seen many of the Texas Pictures Documentaries; every time I feel the pain of the parents. I wish you the best. Sending hugs and prayers from the Netherlands.
Do you all have this problem in the Netherlands?
And from Germany
@@reneerenee5073 no, we dont have these issues in Europe - firstly doctors dont (and wont) prescribe opiods (unless you are literally dying & in severe & terminal pain) - and street drugs arent laced with Fentanyl (yet). No comparison to the suffering in the US. Yet.
She looks so young…thought she was the sister! My condolences to her and her husband and family and to his friends. What a tragedy; that poor baby girl will not have her daddy…🤍🕊😞
I did at first also!
Thank you for speaking out. My prayers are with you and your family.
We are being wiped out by a satanic administration lead by a old man that wears diapers and does whatever China tells him to do and that’s killing as many white Americans as he can,replacing us with illegal immigrants¥
My son’s friend died from illicit fentanyl. I have watched many of these stories and this one made me cry. I’m so sorry for your great loss and what you have been through. Thank you for sharing your story.
This is totally unacceptable the way you were treated... I'm so sorry for all the pain you have had to go through.. my prayers are with you .Thank you Texas pictures for all the light that helps spread the word of how horrible this drug is.. ❤
Oh honey, the courage it takes for you to share such pain. May your words save the lives of others so that not one more mother has to endure what you have experienced. May you find a place of peace and comfort with time. 🌺 Rest peacefully Justin
I'm a mom and grandma and my heart breaks for your loss. What a beautiful young man. I have lost 2 dau in laws and 2 nieces
Every story hits so different 🙏🏾 Praying for any and every person affected by this poison or loss to any overdose
The love of a mother is so powerful, you love your child unconditionally the moment you conceive, even after death. I hate that the system did that to you Ms. Stephanie. It’s terribly heartbreaking. YOU are so STRONG to still sit in front of us and share Justin’s story. I pray for peace and comfort amongst your family and may Justin continue resting in the arms of the Lord forever, Amen.
I am so sorry the police failed you and your family. Keep fighting; your efforts are admirable and not in vain
Oh my word, how DARE that officer arrest her! How DARE the judge and police treat her like that! I am fuming for her!! I am so sorry for your unbearable loss, mam.😢
It goes to show us just how corrupt the Police are . They are in business with all the drug dealers.
My sincere and heartfelt condolences to your family. RIP Justin🙏
I comment on as many as these as i can.....I am so sorry you lost your boy...i can see the grief in your eyes without you even talking....i have 2 boys and 1 girl and the thought of losing them at all rips my heart out...i can't imagine what you are going through...i watched my man go through active addiction and withdrawal and recovery thank the Lord...i thank anyone who will listen thank you thank you thank you....this by no means helps your sadness or grief or the hole that you will feel forever but i hope that you know that because of your story and many sadly, many other on this channel made it possible for me to talk to my kids, especially my 14 year old....i am so happy you said HE DIDN'T GO LOOKING FOR FENTANYL, IT WAS STAMPED AS AN OXYCODONE.....i had to tell my kids ranging in age from 11-19 that you can't just try things for fun, this is life and death, it doesn't matter what it's stamped with, they have stamping presses and they look identical...i am so sorry Stephine i can't imagine the pain you must feel...i just hope you know that this is really helping people, i know it didn't save your boy but i am sure THIS IS SAVING SOMEONE'S CHILD, SOMEONE'S DAUGHTER, SON, BROTHER , SISTER, NIECE, NEPHEW, MOTHER, FATHER, ETC. THIS IS SAVING SOMEONE....again i am so sorry that this is you on this channel, i hope you heal and at some point down the line know that your grace and openness is helping someone out there, this channel made it possible for me to have the very awful but necessary discussion with my kids and you never know that it might be THIS STORY, YOUR VOICE THAT GETS THROUGH TO SOMEONE....thank you and i am so so sorry you lost your boy...sending love from Oregon❤🩹❤🩹❤❤❤❤❤
Well said.
I'm so sorry for your loss, he seemed like an amazing guy
Sending hugs and prayers
You are an incredible mother. I’m so sorry for your loss. I promise I won’t ever forget Justin’s name and his story, when I have children I will be sure to tell them Justin’s story, it matters. Thank you for being willing to do this video. All I want to do is embrace you.
I am so sorry you went through that. I pray that the person that gave him the pill goes to jail. I am sure your son is not the only one.
Absolutely shocked and mortified that that fing cop couldn't question the guy who sold the pill but has the GRIEVING MOTHER ARRESTED?!? WTAF?!?! System is so broken. This mama bear was a tear jerker. So so so sorry for her loss. Gutwrenching.
Absolutely took the words out of my mouth! Do better, Harris County 😡
What gets me about all these stories is that almost every one of these grieving families is left to do simple detective work on their own without the help of law enforcement. Tragedy upon tragedy.
This story absolutely breaks my heart and makes me completely furious at the same time. I work in the criminal justice field and deal with Harris County a lot. They continuously release violent offenders with very low bonds. That is such a slap in the face too a grieving momma. I am so sorry for your loss.💔
Talk about a Travesty of Justice!!! Our hearts & prayers go out to you and your family,Justin you will never be forgotten 🙏❤
This is so heart-wrenching...that this poor mother had to not only suffer the loss of her child but to be so disrespected by law enforcement. It is a crime!!!
i felt every single word of this mothers pain . i am so so sorry my love , and rip to your angel 😢
I am soooo sorry for your loss! I know about Harris County because I grew up near there. I can't believe they arrested you....what a farce!! Thank you for giving your experience!! May God bless you and give you peace! I am going to warn my grandsons!!
Mama, you’re making me cry.
Unbelievable and unimaginable behavior by a Harris county police officer. Disgusting.
Glad to see they dismissed the charges.
Prayers to you. 😢
Where did you see that?
@@missourikatt in the video after she says they have a date set after that it says all charges are dismissed! And if you look at her page she shares what happens.
@@jordenfoster5173 Ty 💙
You're such a beautiful soul. A mother like you is so rare and special.
Il will be showing this to my kids ASAP. So sorry for your loss and for getting arrested for trying to do the right thing. Also thank you for sharing your story👍🏽
I think I’ve watched every video this channel has put out and this one brought on the most tears for me. I feel her pain so much. I can’t imagine the pain she’s feeling. RIP.. 💔
I again feel so sorry for her loss! 🥺
Every time I watch an episode of „Fentanyl Poisoning“ I feel sadness, grief, helplessness and anger!
Nobody should have to die because he/she took one pill or even half a pill!
One sentence is kind of included in almost every episode: That the parents/grandparents/family members didn’t know about Fentanyl till their son/daughter died.
And exactly that is the problem and this is why these episodes are so important! There‘s no doubt at all that the US has a Fentanyl crisis and that way too many people die because of Fentanyl Poisoning, so everybody from young to old needs to be aware of that crisis and the amount of pain this crises causes.
Between 2021 and 2022 there were over 107.000 deaths in the US caused by Fentanyl. In that same timeframe we here in Germany had 171 deaths caused by Fentanyl. Even 171 deaths are so unnecessary and kind of senseless, and over 107.000 deaths are a number that blows my mind.
One other thing also blows my mind: Why are so many deaths caused by Fentanyl Poisoning NOT be investigated by the authorities? Why?
Justin didn’t want to die, Justin didn’t want Fentanyl, he „just“ wanted an Oxy, and the person gave him a pill which probably had a lot of Fentanyl in it.
So I ask all the people from the US: Why isn’t there an investigation of any kind? Why aren’t people sent to prison because they sold Fentanyl pills?
As a German I honestly have to admit: Some of the US prison terms are hard to understand, and especially if you compare the US prison terms with our prison terms. Sometimes US prison terms are kind of mind boggling to me, but if one person kills another person by Fentanyl Poisoning then there‘s almost never an investigation.
One final note from my side: The letters Justin‘s mother wrote, respect for only doing that and not doing anything „stupid“.
To sign the letters with a fake name which kind of implied a Police Officer, not very smart tbh but 100 percent understandable! As I heard that Justin‘s mother was arrested for „impersonating a police officer“ I instantly thought „No way, you have to be kidding me!“, so I am very very thankful that the DA‘s office dismissed the case.
I really do hope and pray that „Roy“ will face consequences, if not from the DA, maybe Karma will have a good day and visits „Roy“…
Again, as I wrote in sadly so many comments here on this channel:
With very sad regards from Germany 🇩🇪, Philipp
Thanks again Phillipp. With some of our stories police do investigate. The release of one story was delayed several weeks waiting for an arrest. With other stories there's not much of an investigation, the case is closed, the family goes to DEA, then the case is reopened, and DEA manages to use the same evidence the police had to file charges, make an arrest. It isn't consistent.
Ohh momma you've been wronged by that police officer. How cruel of him to deliberately put you through more pain because he felt pressure. You did nothing wrong & Im sorry for you & your families loss.
Much love from Australia
Your testimony and agony of the loss of your son is so far the most painful one for me to watch!!! 😭😭😭😭😭
Question: do you know why your son bought that pill? Was he in physical pain or was he addicted to that drug he thought he ordered???
I’m glad your case was dismissed!!!
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Thank you Texas Documentaries for doing this but especially a big thanks to these heartbroken families. I just can’t imagine the pain and heartbreak they have gone through. RIP Justin😪
My heart breaks for you and I see all of these posts every day and I beg my son to stay sober he is in another state, trying to stay sober, and I miss him every single day. Every moment I pray for him that he will not try any drug just one more time because that one more time mean I will never see him again, and my heart could not handle that as I can see what it did to you. I am praying for you. I know that probably doesn’t mean much but I can feel your pain and I’m so scared that I am going to experience that pain someday but once you are an addict it is so hard to stay sober. He tries every single day to fight those demons and all I can do is hope and pray pray pray that he will stay sober. Thank you for your story.
Stephanie my heart goes out to you. I will be sharing your story with my family
That officer is a complete coward ! He’s wrong on so many levels, I hope you get your Justice ma’am
One of the saddest things for me is that my daughter’s many photographs don’t even come close to displaying her vibrant, wonderful personality. 💔🙏🏽😢
Have mercy, Lord Jesus Christ.
This breaks my heart. 😢 Something must be done to hold those that sold the pill responsible. I lost my youngest daughter in 2012 and the pain is always there every day. No parent should have to go through this ever!
God bless this brave mother for speaking out about the dangers of fentanyl
May God bless her & all her family
May her son Rest in peace 🙏🙏🙏
This needs to make national news!!!!!!!
My heart goes out to you. What you have experienced seems unreal, and I hope everyone who sees this video keeps you in their prayers...I know I will. 🙏
I’m so so sorry. There are no words to convey my condolences for the loss of Justin.
I’ve never experienced pain like this. I pray GOD gives her peace and comfort. And keeps his hand on her during this difficult time. Rest easy, Justin🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻✝️
I’m shocked at most of these stories how young the people are. It’s so sad.
Oh, this poor mama. I have 2 boys. 25. 19. I can not imagine. I *can* imagine that closet, though. Completely. So sorry for your devastating loss. Good for you for taking steps to shine the light on those responsible. Thank you for sharing your story.
I’m so glad charges were dismissed for this mama… And I sure hope the law goes after the one who sold her son fake drugs that killed him.☝🏻☝🏻🙏🏻💪🏻
I'm so sorry for your loss. This is heartbreaking.
Absolutely shocking! So what's the reason the police are not even interviewing the drug dealer??? I don't get how they can just turn a blind eye
I am so sorry for your loss. I am also so sorry that you were shown so much disrespect from the people that we all look to for help during these times. I pray for comfort and justice for your family 🙏
I am so sorry for your loss….keep fighting ! Love from the Netherlands Nelleke 😢
Right, punish a grieving mother with a felony charge when she was only trying to solve a case that they should have been working on. That police force is despicable! 😡
Thank you for sharing your son's story, Stephanie. I wish you and yours the absolute best.
As a mom who has a son (and 2 daughters) , hearing these stories just crushes my heart! I'm so very sorry that you're going through this horrible pain!!! I pray that you get justice for Justin! I personally know so many people that have lost their life from Fentanyl. It's so damned scary that you have to worry about someone that you love getting hold of this poison!!!!! And the fact that you were arrested and charged with any crime just blows my mind!!!!!
It's impossibile to comprehend such level of injustice . We're all with you dear lady , you've done nothing wrong ,your son made a mistake , the men who sold him the pill caused his death and police officers were gutless ,selfish ,souless individuals . It's a cruel situation and we all stand by your side . God bless you and your family . Don't allow these people to hurt you anymore . Hold on to your grandchild and surround yourself with the love of your family and friends .
It seems to be a running theme in these testimonies, that the police doesn't investigate too hard. 😕
Bingo- they aren't allowed to
Your story breaks my heart. My heart breaks for all of the people suffering from addiction as well as the curious, who take a tablet for the first (and last) time. May you move from strength to strength, and may you find comfort in the memory of your precious son. Sending you so much love ❤️
I lost my little sister to fentynal poisoning June, 2019. I feel your incredible pain & anguish. I really do. You're one of the bravest individuals I've ever witnessed. Bless your heart. 🫶
This is very powerful. You shared this with us, to help us see the madness in it all. So frustrating. So unfair. I wish someone will find a solution. We are being invaded by criminals and nothing is being done to stop it. These videos, I pray, will help to get the ball rolling in the right direction.
Im so sorry for ur loss of ur handsome son, i think any parent would have done the same thing !! The cops should b ashamed of their selfs under the circumstances they should have know it was anger cause he gave ur son the drugs
My heart goes out to Justin's Mum and family - what the Police put her through and DID NOT DO to the death pedaling drug dealer was just a downright travesty of justice - I live in Australia and this would just not happen here. Prayers for healing and love go out to you all - I know you will find solace in Justin's daughter- he lives on forever in your Granddaughter. ❤
Now days you can get arrested for not showing YOUR receipt at walmart, but not for stealing with fully loaded carts. You can get arrested for writing a letter, but NOT for killing YOUNG with poison. What country are we living in. I’m deeply sorry for losing your son. Don’t give up
Why is there no death penalty for the fiends who make these counterfeit drugs that end up killing so many people????
Because they are affiliated with the government officials. Remember Iran /Contra?
Bullshit.
Im so sorry - thank you for telling your story of your beloved son.
My deepest condolences to you and your family. No one should have to go through this. ❤❤💐💐
My heart breaks for you and so many other families. The fact they arrested you is beyond gross. May you find peace to carry on.
.......this womans pain is so excruciatingly painful to watch ... im sending her love to her heart and peace to her sons soul.. extremely sad
I am so incredibly saddened and sorry for your loss. From one mother to another I wish you healing and some peace of mind. You did everything you could and it was right. God bless you all. X
First my sincere condolences to your family. May your son rest in peace. I pray for your healing 🙏🏾. I
I’m absolutely appalled that they could arrest you for the letter you wrote but they couldn’t arrest him for selling your son fentanyl. 😢
So incredibly generous of these loves ones to share their stories, warning others of the dangers of these drugs. Thank you!❤❤❤
Good job!! Exposing these creeps! Sorry they falsely arrested you!
Wow just wow , sorry for your treatment by police, no one deserves that .
Praying your strength in the Lord! So sorry for your lost! My heart hurts for you and your family! Your son’s great heart will let him live forever! ❤❤❤🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
You know the things you see that you wish you could unsee are these painful videos but I know I am looking at them because I am not delusional into thinking it couldn't happen to my loved one. I cried this entire video about Justin. I am a Stephanie, a warrior for my child! To be arrested by that same officer knowing that her heart was in getting justice in the best way she could without causing harm is heartbreaking. She needed to be awarded some grace in this instance. I know now it resolved and dismissed but man, the pain. My prayers are for her, his babygirl, and family🙏🏾🩷
Wow, I am so sorry they did that to you! I lost my son too and I know who did it, but nothing has been done. I did send him a text message and told him he killed my son. I am so sorry your boy is gone.
I am so sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine! I truly can’t believe the police would charge a grieving mother. Absolutely outrageous!
Alright. Seeing the shoes made me cry. I'm so very sorry this has happened to your son and family, and pray that you find peace and justice.
Isn't that something the person who sold the crap that kills someone doesn't even get questioned but the mother who lost her son writes a letter and gets felony charges. I am so sorry for your loss and for the way they added to the pain. The officer who pressed the charges should be ashamed!
I am so sorry for your loss. Why don’t the police do anything about this? I’ve heard so many parents on this forum say the same things💔 it’s just terrible. I’m so sorry
My heart goes out to this mother. I have suffered so much loss in my own life with my own children. Keep your chin up, because salvation and deliverance draws near, because the world is changing very fast, and you can put your trust in Jesus and family first before anything else. You did not lose him at all, he is with the Lord, and soon we will all be re-united in the second coming.
You are the bravest person Ive ever seen. God protected you through this and He will continue to do so.
My daughter 36 the same . Fentanyl laced oxicontin. March19 2021. Left us and her3 kids she loved her babies so much.
You should have more than Van's, I'm so sorry mama. 😢😢 my heart breaks for you.
My heart breaks for this woman, I support her 10000 percent. I’m proud of her. Can’t believe this officer arrested her. This is sad beyond words.. I bet if this officer lost a child in this situation, he would arrest the idiots. I know they say that this kid chose to take the drug, but it was not what he was told. I can’t imagine how sad she must be.. God bless you
I live in tomball this is so sad...Lord give this woman strength..