The death toll from a number of recent suspected overdoses in the Harrisburg area has risen to nine, sparking fresh warnings from city and county leaders about the potential danger facing drug users and those living with addiction.
The Dauphin County Coroner's Office says eight people have died in recent days from suspected overdoses tied to fentanyl-last drugs, prompting a push for greater awareness around the availability of counseling, support services, and overdose-reversing medication.
The Dauphin County Coroner's office says seven suspected overdose deaths occurred Friday night through Monday morning, with an eighth expected case involving a patient from UPMC Harrisburg pending further investigation.