Florida News Stations Double Down on Law Enforcement ‘Fentanyl Exposure’ Claims
One expert said the “dramatic” video showed the literal opposite of an overdose.
One expert said the “dramatic” video showed the literal opposite of an overdose.
A new online hoax tries to sell a rare ocurrence as a new fentanyl-related threat.
The New York City mayor’s speeches commonly use the debunked claim.
Authorities said Joanne Segovia used union shipping information for the scheme.
Clinical experts have long questioned the idea that fentanyl blown by the wind can be harmful.
A story out of Los Angeles, California that hinged on fearmongering from law enforcement regarding “Halloween fentanyl” in October 2022 served as another example of how television news affiliates can amplify disinformation — all without listing any one person as responsible. A Los Angeles-area ABC affiliate, KABC, reported on October 19 2022: Fact Check Claim: …
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Lawmakers are calling for more funding to fight a danger that experts have repeatedly said is vastly exaggerated.
Warnings about fentanyl on dollar bills make for good social media storytelling, but it’s unlikely anyone would “overdose” on fentanyl in that fashion.
KCTV’s report relied solely on police sources and a narrative that has been roundly debunked.
Medical experts have called on news outlets to correct their reporting on the video.