KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Overall, drug overdose deaths are trending in the right direction for 2024 according to the Metro Drug Coalition. However, the nonprofit is worried about a sharp rise in deaths among those 15 to 24 years old.
One mother has felt the increase first-hand after her 21-year-old daughter died from an overdose.
According to the Metro Drug Coalition, there was a 5% decrease in drug overdose deaths for 2023 when compared to 2022…