Whitney Purvis Arrested for Manslaughter in Georgia Overdose Death

Whitney Purvis, a former star of MTV's '16 and Pregnant,' was arrested on charges including felony involuntary manslaughter and possession with intent to distribute controlled substances after allegedly providing a dangerous drug mixture known as tranq—containing fentanyl and xylazine—to John Mark Harris, who died from an overdose. The DEA highlighted the deadly nature of fentanyl, which is involved in a majority of drug-related deaths. Harris' mother, Lisa Harris, expressed relief that Purvis was arrested, blaming her for her son's death while also expressing sympathy for Purvis' struggles with drug dealing. Purvis is currently detained without bond and has been placed on suicide watch while detoxing from drugs. This incident followed the tragic and unexpected death of Purvis' own 16-year-old son, Weston Gosa Jr., whom she shared with her ex-boyfriend Weston Gosa Sr., who hopes Purvis' arrest will prompt her to seek help and recovery. The situation underscores the tragic consequences of drug abuse and its ripple effects on families and communities.