Whitney Purvis Charged in Fatal Tranq Overdose

Whitney Purvis, a former star of MTV's '16 & Pregnant,' was arrested in Floyd County, Georgia, on felony charges of involuntary manslaughter and possession with intent to distribute controlled substances after allegedly supplying John Mark Harris with 'Tranq'—a combination of Fentanyl and Xylazine—which resulted in Harris's fatal overdose in February 2025. TMZ and Fox 5 Atlanta report that drug paraphernalia was found at the scene. Purvis's arrest follows the death of her 16-year-old son Weston in June, which she publicly mourned. She has a previous history of legal issues, including shoplifting, property damage, and child support violations. Authorities have not reported any public comment from Purvis regarding the current charges. The case highlights growing concerns over the dangers of synthetic drug combinations like Tranq, which is intended for veterinary use but can cause fatal overdoses in humans.