Inquest revisits fatal UVic fentanyl overdose case

April 29, 2025, 9:20 pm

During a somber inquest into the tragic death of university student Sidney McIntyre-Starko from fentanyl poisoning, a gripping 911 call was replayed, exposing the chaotic moments of crisis. The testimony has cast fresh doubts on drug safety measures and emergency responses, leaving communities to question how such hazards continue to slip through the cracks.

cbc.ca / 911 call played at inquest into UVic student's fatal fentanyl overdose

The dorm-mate who called 911 after also snorting the fentanyl-laced cocaine that killed 18-year-old Sidney McIntyre-Starko did not immediately inform first responders they had taken drugs.

globalnews.ca / 911 call played at inquest into B.C. university student’s drug death

Sidney McIntyre-Starko died of fentanyl poisoning in January 2024 after she and a friendconsumed drugs found in a box of coolers a friend found on a street corner.

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