The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is drawing attention to the dangers of illicit fentanyl in an online Facebook post marking National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day.
According to the post, the day preserves the memory of people lost to fentanyl overdose or poisoning, whether they were unsuspecting victims, experimenting with the drug, or struggling with substance use disorder.
The post states that the day also acknowledges the devastation caused by illicit fentanyl and other dangerous drugs, and seeks to increase awareness to prevent public health crises, self-harm, addiction, and death.
The Sheriff’s Office emphasized its ongoing role in combating the epidemic, saying, “We released our powerful 20-minute documentary in April, exposing the deadly impact of fentanyl on individuals, families, and our community. The piece is still relevant today and unfortunately will continue to be as we combat this dangerous epidemic.”
The post adds, “We’re not just raising awareness—we’re fighting back, with prevention and awareness. Inside our Detention Facility, we’re providing treatment, support, and second chances to break the cycle of addiction.”
The documentary can be viewed below.
The Washoe County Sheriff's Office presents a raw and emotional look into the deadly impact of fentanyl—not just on those battling addiction, but on the families and friends left to pick up the pieces. This eye-opening film dives deep into real-life stories, showing how this synthetic opioid is tearing apart communities, destroying lives, and shattering families.
But we’re not just sounding the alarm—we’re taking action.
Inside our Detention Facility, we’re working to break the cycle by:
✅ Offering addiction treatment programs
✅ Providing mental health support
✅ Connecting individuals with long-term recovery resources
✅ Supporting successful reentry into the community
This video also highlights our multi-pronged approach to combating the fentanyl epidemic—through education, enforcement, prevention, and rehabilitation.
➡️ Learn how fentanyl addiction starts
➡️ Hear firsthand accounts from survivors and loved ones
➡️ Discover what’s being done behind the scenes to fight back
Whether you're a parent, educator, teen, or concerned citizen, this must-watch fentanyl awareness video exposes the truth behind the epidemic and the ongoing efforts to turn the tide.
🎥 Runtime: 20:14
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(The Washoe County Sheriff's Office contributed to this story.)
