Documentary & Discussion : Fentanyl Factor

1600 E Spring Valley Rd,Richardson TX 75081

02 May, 2023

Description

Attend a short documentary followed by Q&A discussion with local experts and expand your knowledge on how fentanyl poisoning has impacted North Texas. Learn what you can do to protect yourself and loved ones. Our discussion starts at 6:30pm, Tues. May 2nd at Berkner High School auditorium. This event is free and open to the public. Film will be in English with Spanish sub-titles. Esta pelicula será en ingles con subtitulos en español. A short 18 minute documentary, titled Fentanyl Factor , highlights the alarming increase of accidental overdose deaths due to the mixing or 'lacing' of fentanyl with other substances such as heroin, cocaine, and counterfeit prescription pills. The documentary also features an interview with a Forensic Scientist inside the lab where real and counterfeit drugs are tested. Following the film is a Q&A discussion with local experts including: Keith Brown, Deputy Director of Texoma HIDTA (high intensity drug trafficking area). Keith is a retired DEA Senior Executive and Drug Recognition Expert with 25 + years of experience. Drew Dutton, M.Ed., MBA, LPC-S, LCDC, ACPS, President & CEO, Phoenix House Texas Keri Stitt, M.A., LPC-S ,President and CEO, Youth 180, Inc. DPD Sergeant DVonyotto Noye, Supervisor of DPD SRO Unit Liz Hemphill, LPC-A, Intervention Counselor, RISD Counseling and Prevention Services Film and discussion are appropriate for both parents and teens. With appreciation to Grant Halliburton Foundation, RISD, and Documentary Events Thanks to Safe Communities Coalition of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties for producing this documentary.