How did 16 and Pregnant alum Autumn Crittendon die? Cause of death explored

16 and Pregnant alum Autumn Crittendon was found dead on July 20, 2024. However, the details regarding her death were not revealed at the time. According to TMZ's recent report, published on October 2, 2024, Crittendon reportedly died from a combination of drugs that sadly took her life.

Virginia Department of Health told the outlet that the late reality star's cause of death was toxicity from fentanyl and para-fluorofentanyl. The agency listed Crittendon's manner of death as "accidental."

According to the Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center, para-fluorofentanyl is classified as a “synthetic opioid analgesic” that was originally synthesized in the 1960s for research purposes.

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16 and Pregnant alum Autumn Crittendon was found dead at her parent's house

According to a report from TMZ published on July 22, 2024, Autumn Crittendon passed away on July 20, 2024. Her family was aware that she had been experiencing some health issues.

As per the reports, the 16 and Pregnant alum was found dead at her stepdad's house in Henrico County, Virginia where she was living with her kids and her mother. Crittendon was in her bedroom when her friend felt that something was wrong with her, so she notified her parents of the same.

Paramedics were called and attempted to render CPR on the reality star. The first responders tried everything in their power however their efforts were unsuccessful and she was pronounced dead at the scene.

Crittendon's were unsure of the cause of death at the time. However, according to TMZ, 16 and Pregnant alum was sick before the incident and was complaining of heartburn of late and wanted to visit a doctor.

The outlet further reported that the 16 and Pregnant star had diabetes, kidney issues, and blood pressure problems. Her family cooperated with law enforcement during the death investigation. Henrico County Police initially classified the case as a death investigation, collaborating with the medical examiner to determine the cause of death.

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Autumn Crittendon's sister reacts to her death

Crittendon’s older sister, Misty, announced the news of her passing in a since-deleted Facebook post. In her message, she expressed her pride in Autumn for persevering through the difficult times in her life and shared a heartfelt goodbye to her sister. She wrote:

"You were robbed of your life at such a tender age, you left before anyone could tell you goodbye.. how much we love you.. how amazing you are and how proud we are of you for staying sober through some of the toughest parts of your life, how far you’ve came from where you were..."

She further continued:

"How thankful we are to have had all these years with you, how proud of you we are as a mother, how grateful we are for the 3 tiny parts of your heart that are still walking this earth."

Misty said that she was in dental when paramedics delivered the news about her sister's passing. She further shared that she and her family would make sure that Crittendon's kids are okay.

"These babies will always know how much you love them, how amazing you are, how special you are, how much you sacrificed and overcame for them, everything and nothing short of it,” Misty added.

On October 21, Misty shared another Facebook post in memory of her sister, reflecting on the strong bond they shared. She emphasized how the two sisters stood by each other through thick and thin, always supporting one another.

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Autumn Crittendon appeared on Season 5 of 16 and Pregnant, which aired in 2014, alongside then-boyfriend Dustin Franklin. The reality show showcased the former couple's journey of giving birth to her eldest son, Drake.

Crittendon stayed out of the public eye after she welcomed Drake in December 2013. She later welcomed daughter Abigail and son Luke. Following her passing, the 16 and Pregnant alum leaves behind her three children.