Rick Harrison, the beloved creator and lead cast member of the hit reality TV show “Pawn Stars,” is enduring unimaginable grief as he mourns the tragic loss of his son, Adam Harrison. The heartbreaking news was confirmed by Laura Herlovich, Rick’s representative, to The Las Vegas Review Journal.
In a recent update, the Clark County Coroner released a statement revealing the cause of Adam’s untimely death. The coroner ruled it as an accident, attributing the tragedy to a toxic combination of fentanyl and methamphetamine. A comprehensive report will be provided by the Coroner at a later date.
This distressing event highlights the alarming rise in fentanyl-related deaths in the United States. According to the CDC, an astonishing 73,654 people lost their lives to fentanyl overdoses in 2022 alone, more than double the number from 2019.
Although not a regular cast member of “Pawn Stars,” Adam, a skilled plumber, did work at the family’s renowned pawn shop, Gold & Silver Pawn. The shop is the focal point of the captivating series that has been entertaining audiences since 2009.
In light of their devastating loss, the Harrison family kindly requests privacy during this challenging time of mourning. Rick Harrison took to Instagram to pay tribute to his beloved son by sharing a heartfelt photo of the two of them together. In his post, Rick declared, “You will always be in my heart! I love you, Adam.”
Corey Harrison, Rick’s eldest son, also honored his younger brother through social media. Corey shared a treasured childhood photo of them together in a bathtub, expressing his unwavering love for Adam. He wrote, “I will always love you, bubba.”
Initially reported by TMZ, the tragic news of Adam’s passing has prompted an investigation by the Las Vegas Metro Police Department into the circumstances surrounding his death. Rick Harrison confirmed to FOX News Digital that Adam’s cause of death was indeed a fentanyl overdose, emphasizing the urgent need to address the ongoing fentanyl crisis.
Rick passionately highlighted the importance of taking action to prevent the flow of this deadly drug across borders. He urged for unified efforts to combat this crisis and protect lives. Understanding the lethal potency of fentanyl is crucial – the Drug Enforcement Agency warns that a mere 2 milligrams of fentanyl, less than a grain of salt, can be fatal.
As Rick Harrison and his family navigate this unimaginable loss, their message serves as a somber reminder of the devastating consequences caused by the fentanyl crisis. Together, may we stand united in raising awareness and preventing further tragedies.
