FENTANYL POISONING: Jacob Talamantes' Story 

Schools should include these episodes in their curriculum. It’s terrible seeing all these parents burying their children.

How can a detective tell a mother who just lost her son, he was acting a fool??? That person should never be allowed to speak to a grieving mother again!

Her story is not only sad for the sudden passing of her son, but the treatment she has received by detectives and law officials was horrendous.😭💔🕊️😠

I have so much respect for this wonderful mum. She admitted that her son was not perfect. That, to me, shows a parent who is under no illusion about her child. She made no excuses for him. I pray with all my heart that she can find a way to live with the searing pain the loss of her son has caused. I wish her peace. What a wonderful survivor. With love from me here in the UK. ❤🇬🇧

What a wonderful mom - she is so well balanced in terms of knowing her son's accomplishments and his shortcomings. You can feel her sadness and also her strength.

I just lost my 29yr old son 5wks ago to fentanyl. I don't know how to live without him, so I understand what she meant when she said she didn't know how to live without Jake. Every morning when I wake up, he's the first thing that I think about, and it's like being punched in the stomach, every morning! I'm so sorry for her loss! This is a club that no parent wants to be a part of! God bless her for telling her story, to help others!🙏❤️

My sister lost two sons, one to murder in 2005, he was only 31 and second son died of overdose on 2021, April 12/13 and he was only 46. My sister suffered so much loss and her husband died in 5/2009 age 58. I never had children but my heart broke into a million pieces. I miss everyone who's gone,all my brothers and friends and just last year our oldest sister died in July 2022. RIP to everyone

Strong Mom admits her son wasn’t perfect. My respects to the family’s of people lost to drugs. We lost my sister in law in February to overdose. We have to fight for our children and talk to them they listen.

Incredible that the detective disparaged her son like that. He is the fool.

This poor beautiful lady! God bless her and her family🙏🏼

This could be my family’s story, and we’re living this nightmare in the moment. On May 30th, my brother was found dead in his car, with a plastic bag with a white powdery residue in it. Although the coroner’s report and the toxicology report won’t be back for quite awhile, in my heart of hearts, I know. He was a secret , recreational user, and none of us knew. We knew he was an alcoholic, and tried many times to convince him to get treatment. He was a very successful businessman, and because he was a functional alcoholic, he didn’t feel that it was that great a problem. Even though we kept trying, if someone doesn’t acknowledge they have a problem, or isn’t ready to make the changes and put in the work, you can’t make them. But we never gave up on encouraging him. I always felt that at some point this secret life would catch up with him, while at the same time, tried to remain hopeful that he would someday overcome his demons. He died 4 days short of his 60th birthday, and left behind 2 precious children, ages 2 and 4. And now there’s a little boy who will have some far away memories of his daddy, and a precious little girl who will never have any memories of her daddy, except for pictures and stories that people will tell her. And my brother, who had so many wonderful qualities about him, was a good man, and was so loved by his family, has been reduced to just another statistic.

My brother just recently died from the same thing. May GOD comfort you and yours 🙏

She is very good at explaining everything. This is a good video to share.

Those pictures of him, so proud at his new business, just break my heart.

I wonder if the detective would have as graceful a reaction if after being told his child had died, "He was acting a fool." No doubt he'd fly into a rage.

“Fentanyl doesn’t discriminate.” Truer words have never been spoken. Praying for you and your family mama. ❤ You are a survivor. Thank you for sharing your story.

Love this lady!! Any parent who is in reality I love. Just be honest, she was a wonderful mom to him and I’m sure an amazing school counselor.

Sadly, I come here for solace. A sense that I am not alone in what’s to come. My nephew is an addict and my intuition tells me that the day will come sooner than later. It is the inevitable. I thank you for these most real and moving testimonies. There isn’t a day that goes by without visiting your channel. I have viewed every single video, and afterwards I pray for each and every loved one and victim who is affected. I think about them continuously throughout my days and nights sending positive vibrations and peacefulness their way. Again, thank you. Truly. Through Space and Time.

I ABSOLUTELY DESPISE IT when people think that you should NOT put your pain on display because you're "SUPPOSED TO BE STRONG!!" which translates as, "you are supposed to hold everyone else UP and be emotionless! and just suffer in silence" because you're quote/unquote strong! no ma'am and sir! give people the permission to be HUMAN!!!! ...this beautiful mother lost her SON!! 💔the sister, 💔a brother, his children, 💔a father and the rest of his family! 💔God, PLEASE bring comfort & peace to this mother and family, as only you can!! ✝ #RIPJT🕊

RIP Jake from your cousin Jenny Tia Jenny your doing a wonderful job thank you !

What a beautiful mamma! My heart breaks for her 💔💔

THANK YOU TEXAS PICTURES FOR THESE VIDEO'S IVE MADE MY SON AND GRANDKIDS WATCH THESE ..I THINK YOUR VIDEO'S ARE SAVING PEOPLE THANKS SO MUCH❤

These mothers are all so amazing. It is sad how twisted you think when doing drugs. He said he used cocaine because it hurt to be away from his children, yet he lost his children because of the drugs.

His sister has the sweetest voice.

It sounds like a snore but its actually called the "death rattle"

Hello Jenny. This is Luis your exclassmate from El Paso High. Your story is very inspirational. I have an only son 24 year old and I would be very devastated if he'd died from an overdose, I am glad that his only hobby/addiction are video games and not alcohol or drugs. I used to smoke weed in high school and the only reason I didn't do harder drugs is because I never had enough money to buy them. I am gonna show my son this video. Sorry for your loss Jenny,

I’m going through this with my daughters. Please 🙏for them and me

This is so heartbreaking. My Gdaughters first cousin died from this awful drug. She was in a automobile accident and broke her back 2 years before. She was going to a hearing the next day to end her case and to receive her settlement money. She bought a perkiset pill took it and never woke up. Her mom, who's a nurse, found her dead the next morning. You don't think it will happen to you, but it can. Her dr. quit giving her the medication she needed, so she found it on the street. I hope they find the person who gave this to her,but I doubt it. I pray 🙏 for her mom and hope it never happens again. So sad.

This story should be shown in every middle and high school across the US!

My heart breaks for you. We lost our 28-year-old son in 2013 of an "accidental overdose". It gets easier to function day to day but it never goes away. I know our son is in heaven and I look forward to our reunion someday. You are officially in the club that no one wants to be in "the parent who has lost a child club". We are all connected and there is NO LOSS more profound. I remember thinking, God would never take my child because He knows how much I love them. We have friends and family who have lost children and I saw the pain it caused for the parents. THe truth is, parents love their kids and their loss is something we can all learn from as I have. Continue to share your story because it will help someone. I prayed for you and your family that God would provide His comfort and peace. I have found that most police officers really don't care about the loss when drugs are involved. Sad but true.

Much respect to you mommy, you are authentic. You saw the good in your son but when it comes to telling his story you are transparent and as a mom this is what we should do and stop covering bad behavior. Xoxo sending you hugs mama, love on for your kids and grand babies.

You are wonderful mother, some people get addicted and they can’t let go and I’m so sorry for your loss, it’s tragic. ❤

My condolences to you and your family. We lost our granddaughter to Fentanyl in August 2021. She was 26.

I don’t know who these detectives thought they were playing with? This mother, counselor….with an education which means she instilled education in her children, analyzed to the second of what could’ve happened. Even a grieving mother that never touched a book in their life is still a grieving mother. You can’t just sell a mother a sentence or two and expect them to buy what you’re selling. I pray peace and comfort for this mother and all the family members of this horrible epidemic

The common theme in all these stories is the complete disregard the police seem to have for these families. Just because they see this all the time doesn't give them the right to be callous. I'm sorry for your loss mama and applaud you for trying to bring awareness to others. ❤

It’s heartbreaking that these families are unable to move on because of all the open questions and unclear handling of their cases

Unfortunately we can not save them from themselves. They are adults and make their own decisions. RIP Jacob and peace to his mother.

I listened to your whole story about your son I'm so sorry for your loss and how the detective treated you as in no closure 😢😢😢 I have a daughter that's on heroin meth and cocaine and crack and anything she can get her hands on I haven't seen her in almost 5 yrs I'm waiting for a knock on my door 😢😢😢 again I'm so sorry for your loss

I love that she said I am not strong I have no choice. I felt that so much!

Rip Jake, kids have to be so careful and not take any pills from friends!!

God Bless Jacob, his mother, family and especially the DA who helped her find her light. Jacob's death will prevent others from dying the same way. He will be somebodys angel, AMEN

i lost my 28yr old nephew Jonathan to fentanyl & my life will nvr be the same. he was my best friend, my kid, my nephew.......

So sorry for your loss, and how the police treated you after your son was found. No one deserves to be treated like that. Also, kudos for you honesty about your son. So many of the videos on here portray the person as a victim, rather than a person who willingly took an illegal substance, whether they knew it had fentanyl or not. Your clarity about the situation is heartachingly courageous.

I went through the same I overdosed on cocaine abuse trapped for 7 years of abuse one night I was out I got picked up I said goodbye to my mother not knowing this would happen to me and it did I slept over my so call acquaintance house I never woke up they found me on the floor even I would of picked them up and taken them to the hospital but they overthink it so much by the time they dropped me off I didn’t have any oxygen on my brain for 45 minutes and left me there at least they took me there yet I had 2 strokes and one heart attack I had to be placed in comma and dialysis liver stop working but since I always knew Jesus came for sinners like myself and I always knew he was the son of God he saved me and gave me a second chance to life all Glory to my King Father Jesus “Yahweh”

My heart goes out to all the victims and their loved ones. Love, Peace, & Eternal Blessings to all. 🙏🏻♥️🌈💯🕊️

Youre such a well spoken respectable woman. Such a supportive, loving mother. Im so sorry for your loss and am so sorry for the disrespect that you, your family and Jacob experienced. No one, no one deserves to be talked to and/or ignored the way you were. Your daughter is equally loving. She lost her big brother and shows the love and loss she feels. Please continue to do the work youre doing in memory of your son and also to help others. I hope you are able to be a part of your grandchildrens lives❤️ Much love from Maryland

So indescribably heartbreaking. 😞💔😞 My heart aches for this beautiful mom. 😞

My heart is so broken for this mother 💔 . I Pray for This Family and I Pray They Get The Closure They Need . Rest in Peace Jacob 🙏🏼🙏🏼

We have to talk to our kids. I’ll continue to talk to our daughter about the dangers of drugs, and healthy coping mechanisms.

He seemed like he was a cool kid. May God have mercy on Jake’s soul and his family.🙏❤️

Please continue what you are doing. Don't give in and don't give up.There are moms like me, in similar situations, who are listening and taking your advice. I am so sorry for your loss.

I am so sorry for your loss! I think the most difficult thing is to lose a child! Take care of yourself!

You didn’t accidentally meet Carlos. There are angels always amongst us when we are at our deepest and most difficult moments 🙏🏼 RIP Carlos. You did not pass in vain 🌹💐

You just never know about any drug anymore. So sorry for your loss, thanks for sharing your story 💔😑

What a beautiful mom!!! No words just sending her spiritual healing vibes ,lots of 🤗and ❤love to her ...

Sending so much love, strength and peace, Mama. All the way from Country Victoria. Australia 🇦🇺 🇦🇺🇦🇺

To Jacobs mother Thank you, many years ago i thought i was going to be in your situation with my middle son…..he/i was lucky Fentanyl was not in the drug system, but the feelings i went through when i found my son under a table curled like a foetus will remain with me for life. He and therefore I was lucky that crisis point came when it did, with help and our support my son overcame the use of drugs which i had no idea he was using.

God bless and keep this woman and her family. I feel for those parents that have to carry something like this for the rest of their days.

What a beautiful woman inside and out. Condolences to you momma

Girl the music is so intense 😭

Why would the detectives erase the mom's text messages to Jacob?!?

I sympathize for her need for closure

What horrible accident. Your young son. No police investigation. And how badly the police treated you. ❤

Another heartbreaking story. So proud of the work your doing in Jacobs name🙏🏻 I always read through the comments on these videos and it’s crazy how many victim/survivors are posting their stories as well. Every time I read about a big fentanyl bust in Texas I cheer, but for each bust there are many thousands of pills making their way on the streets. I don’t know what the answer is but it starts with awareness. Thank you to everyone for sharing.

Sadly this happens alot. I’ve heard several stories where someone does Fentanyl around their so called friends and once some one loos like they’re overdosing they usually run because they’re scared or have warrants or whatever. Regardless of what you have going on please call the Ambulance and tell them to bring Narcan right away because if you don’t do those things time is ticking. Save a life if you can

Thank you ma'am for sharing your story! The detectives failed you and maybe you can pursue it more with a private lawyer?

As a mom i feel her. I would have all kinds of questions, concerns, doubts, all the what if's would come into play. We also as parents know our kids and if we know our kids have drug problems we should address them and if they are adults and don't want to listen or seek help then we should always remind them what the consequences are for those actions.. and we should be prepared for any outcome. Any drug is a drug no drug should be used for anything especially to heal our mental/emotional problems.. at some point any drug won't fill our needs and they run to other drugs for solutions.

You are a beautiful person. I am so sorry that this happened to your son.

These stories are so sad 😢 + tragic. Tell all your friends to avoid drugs. So scary these days. Prayers 🙏🏻 to the family for peace.

Condolences to the mom and she’s right weed is a gateway drug never knew a dealer who didn’t sell more then just weed.

So sorry for your loss. Your strength is amazing and I wish you peace. May your son rest in eternal peace.

My deepest and sincere condolences🙏 RIP Jacob🙏

i know the stuff my from my passed was probary leave me down a bad path , i still dont know how being without my older brother he should still be here he was best bigbrother ,i wish no more family woiuld have to buied a love one

Jennifer, first please accept my condolences on the loss of your beautiful son. I know you don’t want any glory, but I have to applaud you on your honesty, and everything you have done, and are doing, to open our eyes and ears to the horrible dangers of fentanyl and other opioid drugs. And, I totally agree that marijuana is a gateway to other drugs! Prayers for strength, comfort, and peace for you and your family. 🙏🏼❤

I am so sorry for this mother's loss of her child. I agree with her completely about marijuana being a gateway drug.. May God help this family get through their grief in Jesus name

People that do those drugs know what they are doing

I don’t know what we have to do to get it through our young peoples heads, that these pills are NOT from the drug store! It’s like they have a mental block and think it won’t happen to me. It is so frustrating to lose these bright darling young people. Such a waste of talent. I hate he dropped out of college. But happy he was successful. But my heart breaks for you and his young family that this terrible terrible illness snatched him from you. Hold his family close to your heart and life. They will be your salvation in the years to come.

This is so sad poor mama. My heart goes out to her.

God bless her heart man. I watch every video because it stops me from using fentanyl every time.

I am so sorry for your loss. I can't believe that the detective called your son at fool how dare he that's terrible I'm so sorry that you had to go through all that. I pray that God gives you some comfort and peace. And again I'm so sorry for your loss and for everything that you and your family have had to go through.

❤ May the Lord use this to save or prevent others in Jesus name amen

Yep, we never know their last thought. RIP beautiful one! ❤️

Im so sorry for your loss...tragic. ❤ Shame on the authorities who just dismissed this! Just awful 😖 😖

Bless you sweet Mother. Your son made some very costly choices. He paid with his life, and handed you the pain. May God's peace be with you.

I am sorry to hear that her beautiful strong son lost his life…RIP🤍🕊

To all families who come here listening to stories who come here who feel solace and desperate to help thier loved ones through addiction, i can say from experience what got me through i having a great support system. having people on board helping me through my WDs keeping me as comfortable as possible so i can.come out the other side . 3 years later im clean off 20 yrs of opis 4 of those years were strictly fent use. We can get better We do get better. ❤

This mother is an excellent speaker. She is right on every aspect of this poisoning from this drug. It can happen to ANYONE!! We as parents and grandparents it is up to us to bring awareness to our schools, our communities, to our youth. We live in a different time these days , we live in a world of danger everyday and our children have to be aware. You ma’am were wonderful in your interview. God be with you. ❤

The people doing drugs never think they are going to get fentnyal in their drugs, we had another friend who did heroine, we tried to talk him into getting help, he over dosed nov 2021, he told us it would never happen to him.

I am so sorry for your loss. I know that no one can take the pain away of your loss, but we can hope that with time, the pain will subside.

These kids are always partying and they always suffer from pains!

I'm so sorry for ur loss all this stories make me Soo sad so young and a whole life ahead of them 🥺🥺🕊️🕊️🖤🖤

What a lovely kind mother 💗 God bless you, im so sorry for your pain.

Kids cannot take any street drug anymore. They used to be relatively safe but nowadays they are all deadly. Every one of them, even half of a pill.

My condolences to the mother and rest of family this is sad wow 😳❤

Appreciate hearing your experience. Came away with a lot from this. Also didn't know Fentanyl had no smell or taste. That makes it even MORE dangerous. Sounds absolutely DEADLY.

Imagine a cancer victim being found dead and a detective says "he was playing the fool"? When are we going to FINALLY stop criminalizing the "victims "of drug addiction and FINALLY view them as a person dying from a disease or disorder that is acceptable and one of compassion? I'm truly so sorry this family lost a loved one to the negative effects of drug addiction. Your son was sooooo much more than his drug addiction and has left a hole that may never be filled . I believe he is at peace in the arms of Jesus. May his family be blessed with that assurance and the knowledge they didn't do anything to deserve this. I'm praying for you all

Strength to this mom🫂

YOU ARE A WARRIOR MAAM❤️

Only the good die young. This really rings true here with Jacob. So sorry for your loss.Your son seems like a really awesome young man. God Bless and my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family 🙏

I’d like to say I don’t believe an investigator, another human can be so heartless to a parent who just lost her child and knows nothing of how he died. But I truly believe it and it is so sad how even POLICE don’t give a crap about another humans child.