Alec, affectionately known as "Fuego" for his vibrant spirit, was a joyful, curious young man whose natural athletic talent, academic sharpness, and deep devotion to family—especially his daughter, Kylie—made him beloved in his community. Despite a stable upbringing and multiple attempts at rehabilitation, Alec's life was tragically cut short at 25 by a fentanyl‑related overdose in 2022, leaving behind a devastated family and a stolen future. His father, Armando, relays how his son's tragic story is framed by broader systemic failures, including weakened border enforcement and a dramatic rise in fentanyl entering the country—seizures increasing from 4,600 pounds in 2020 to more than 26,700 pounds in 2023—contributing to tens of thousands of deaths each year.

You can find Armando's book here: Addiction's Grip: A Father's Story of Loss

If you would like to tell your story about an overdose death, please contact Susan Claire at [email protected]

http://grievingoverdosedeath.libsyn.com/

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