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UFC Hall of Famer Stephan Bonnar's Cause of Death: Accidental Fentanyl Overdose
sports3 years ago

UFC Hall of Famer Stephan Bonnar's Cause of Death: Accidental Fentanyl Overdose

UFC Hall of Famer Stephan Bonnar died from an accidental drug overdose due to fentanyl, paraflurofentanyl, and mitragynine intoxication, according to the Clark County coroner's office. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. UFC president Dana White described Bonnar as "one of the most important fighters to ever compete in the octagon" for his classic UFC Hall of Fame fight against Forrest Griffin in April 2005.

UFC Hall of Famer Stephan Bonnar's Cause of Death: Accidental Fentanyl Overdose
sports3 years ago

UFC Hall of Famer Stephan Bonnar's Cause of Death: Accidental Fentanyl Overdose

UFC Hall of Famer Stephan Bonnar died of an accidental overdose of Fentanyl, Parafluorofentanyl, and Mitragynine. Bonnar had openly discussed his use of opioids to treat long-term injuries from fighting and pro wrestling. The UFC had initially stated that Bonnar died due to "presumed heart complications." Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid at the center of the ongoing opioid crisis, while Mitragynine is an active compound of the legal painkiller Kratom.