Friends went to Jordan Willis' house for a football game on January 7th, 2019
Three men found dead outside Northland home in Kansas City
Victims were David Harrington, Clayton McGeeney and Ricky Johnson
On January 7, 2019, three men were found dead outside a Northland home in Kansas City. The victims were David Harrington, Clayton McGeeney and Ricky Johnson. According to reports from FOX4KCWDAF-TV and other sources, the three friends went to their friend Jordan Willis's house for a football game on that day. It is unclear when police will receive autopsies from the medical examiner's office in order to determine cause of death. The toxicology report has been received by FOX4KCWDAF-TV, but it is not clear what substances were found in the men's systems at time of death. It is also unclear if there was any foul play involved in their deaths.
Dr. Baden believes that fentanyl was discovered in the toxicology report for three Kansas City Chiefs fans who were found dead in the snow two days after a game day gathering.
According to Dr. Baden, before they used drugs together, they likely got sleepy and passed out outside due to the cold weather. They died of a cardiac arrest caused by hypothermia because less than an hour after passing out from the fentanyl, their body temperature dropped rapidly from 98 degrees to 80 degrees.
It is unusual for three people using drugs together to die simultaneously from fentanyl due to its effects on people. It varies a great deal and it's more likely that they died of hypothermia caused by passing out from the fentanyl.
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Sources tell FOX4 that several substances, including cocaine and fentanyl, were found in their systems.
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the title implies that Dr. Baden has explained how Chiefs fans died after fentanyl was found in their toxicology report when he only discusses his initial thoughts on it and waits for the official report to come out. Secondly, the author claims that Willis slept inside on a sofa for nearly two days, unaware of his friends' deaths outside which is not true according to other sources. Thirdly, Baden states that fentanyl is used by doctors because it's a powerful painkiller and one of its side effects is making people sleepy but this information contradicts the fact that fentanyl can cause hypothermia when consumed in large amounts which was not mentioned in the article. Lastly, Baden claims that it would be extremely unusual for true overdoses to kill them but he does not provide any evidence or statistics to support his claim.
The title implies that Dr. Baden has explained how Chiefs fans died after fentanyl was found in their toxicology report when he only discusses his initial thoughts on it and waits for the official report to come out.
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The article contains several fallacies. The author makes an appeal to authority by citing Dr. Michael Baden as a forensic pathologist and expert on the case. However, this does not necessarily mean that his opinions are accurate or reliable. Additionally, the article uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing the deaths of the three Kansas City Chiefs fans as 'unusual' and 'extremely unusual'. This is an exaggeration and could be seen as sensationalist. The author also makes a dichotomous depiction by stating that fentanyl can cause hypothermia, but not necessarily overdoses. However, this statement is incomplete and does not provide enough context to fully understand the situation.
The article uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing the deaths of the three Kansas City Chiefs fans as 'unusual' and 'extremely unusual'.
The author makes a dichotomous depiction by stating that fentanyl can cause hypothermia, but not necessarily overdoses. However, this statement is incomplete and does not provide enough context to fully understand the situation.
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The article reports that three Kansas City Chiefs fans were found dead in the snow two days after a game day gathering. The toxicology report for these individuals reportedly shows they had cocaine and fentanyl in their systems. Forensic pathologist Dr Michael Baden believes he knows the cause of death, stating it appears at this time that there was fentanyl and other drugs present. He explains that before using drugs together, the body temperature drops very quickly from 98 degrees to 80 degrees due to hypothermia which can lead to cardiac arrest. The article also reports on Jordan Willis who slept inside for nearly two days unaware his friends had died outside and how fentanyl is cheap and can be mixed with other drugs, making it difficult for people to know what they are consuming.
Dr. Michael Baden believes he knows the cause of death after fentanyl was reportedly discovered in the toxicology report for the three Kansas City Chiefs fans who were found dead in the snow two days after a game day gathering.
Preliminary toxicology results show David Harrington, Clayton McGeeney and Ricky Johnson had cocaine and fentanyl in their systems
The effects on people, it varies a great deal. So, it's less likely to be overdoses, more likely to be hypothermia caused by passing out from the fentanyl.
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Dr. Michael Baden is a forensic pathologist who has been involved in several high-profile cases involving drug overdoses and deaths. He was called upon to review the toxicology report of four individuals who died after attending a Kansas City Chiefs game in January 2023, where fentanyl was reportedly found. Dr. Baden's involvement raises concerns about potential conflicts of interest as he may have financial ties or personal relationships with law enforcement agencies or other organizations involved in the investigation.
The three men went to their friend Jordan Willis' home to watch the Kansas City Chiefs final regular season game on Jan. 7.
Willis has since moved out of the home; according to Fox News, he checked into rehab to address his problem with addiction.
It is unclear when police will receive autopsies from the medical examiner's office to determine cause of death. This could take several more weeks, according to the medical examiner.
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The toxicology report found that David Harrington, Clayton McGeeney and Ricky Johnson had cocaine and fentanyl in their systems.
Dr. Michael Baden believes that fentanyl was discovered in the toxicology report for three Kansas City Chiefs fans who were found dead in the snow two days after a game day gathering.
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that there have been no additional details of this case revealed to any media and that it remains an ongoing death investigation. However, later in the article they mention a toxicology report which contradicts their initial statement about no further information being released.
The sentence 'There have been no additional details of this case revealed to any media' is deceptive because it implies there are no other sources or witnesses that could provide more information. However, the article later mentions a toxicology report which contradicts this statement.
Fallacies
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The article contains several fallacies. The first is an appeal to authority when it states that police have received the toxicology report and are in contact with the families of the deceased men. This statement implies that police have determined foul play was not involved in their deaths, which may not be true as they are still investigating this case. Additionally, there is a dichotomy between stating that no additional details will be released to media while also reporting on specific information about the toxicology report and autopsies. This creates confusion for readers who may believe that all information has been withheld from the public when in fact some details have been shared.
Police have received the toxicology report
The case remains an ongoing death investigation
Sources tell FOX4 the report details several substances, including cocaine and fentanyl, were found in their systems.
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The article contains several examples of bias. Firstly, the author uses language that dehumanizes and demonizes one side as extreme or unreasonable. For example, they describe white supremacists online celebrating a reference to racist conspiracy theories without providing any context for why this is relevant to the story at hand. This type of language can be seen as inflammatory and divisive, rather than objective reporting. Additionally, the author uses examples from previous articles that are not directly related to the current investigation in order to make it seem like there is a larger conspiracy or pattern involved. This could be seen as sensationalism and an attempt to create fear or mistrust among readers without providing any concrete evidence of wrongdoing.
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racist conspiracy theories
white supremacists online celebrating
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Makenzie Koch and Malik Jackson have a conflict of interest on the topic of police investigation into three Kansas City men found dead outside a Northland home last month as they are both affiliated with Platte County Prosecutor's Office.
The home is rented by a scientist who lives alone and works remotely for a New York hospital
Foul play is not suspected in their deaths but officials from multiple agencies have been working to determine how they died
Autopsy results can take anywhere from six weeks to months to be completed
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that foul play is not suspected in the men's deaths but then later reports that a preliminary investigation indicates no foul play. This contradicts themselves and creates confusion for readers. Secondly, they claim to have requested copies of autopsy and toxicology reports when available for public release but do not provide any information on whether or not these requests were granted or if the results are already out. Lastly, they quote a source who claims that no foul play is suspected in the case but then later report that police say there are no new details available for release which implies foul play may be involved.
The source quoted in the article implies that foul play may be involved by stating there are no new details available for release.
The author claims to have requested copies of autopsy and toxicology reports but does not provide any information on whether or not these requests were granted or if the results are already out.
The article contradicts itself by claiming foul play is not suspected and then reporting a preliminary investigation indicates no foul play.
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The article contains a statement that suggests the homeowner of the house where three football fans were found dead is not suspected in their deaths. However, this contradicts statements made by police earlier in the investigation stating foul play was not ruled out. The author also uses language that implies there may be more to this story than what has been reported so far.
The homeowner of the house where three football fans were found dead is not suspected in their deaths.
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The article discusses the autopsy results and toxicology reports for Ricky Johnson, David Harrington, Clayton McGeeney. The homeowner of the rented house in a Kansas City suburb is also mentioned. However there are no disclosures about any conflicts of interest that may exist.
The article discusses the autopsy results and toxicology reports for Ricky Johnson, David Harrington, Clayton McGeeney.
Willis was allegedly dubbed 'The Chemist' in high school because he concocted drugs for friends to get high.
He customized drugs for them based on what they wanted to feel and reportedly went into rehab after the deaths of his three close friends.
Police have told families that the three dead men had high levels of illicit drugs, including fentanyl, in their systems.
The toxicology tests results are not yet available but theories by experts include taking enough fentanyl combined with alcohol to pass out and freeze to death.
Willis claimed he did not leave his home for two days after the party and slept with noise-cancelling headphones that blocked the sound of his friends' families frantic knocking.
Caleb McGeeney, cousin to one of the victims, claims Willis had a long history of making drugs for friends.
Willis moved out of his home within 48 hours after police questioned him about the deaths and is currently in rehab.
The three men were found dead on January 9th with no apparent signs of violence or forced entry.
Accuracy
Jordan Willis concocted drugs for friends to get high.
Dr. Michael Baden believes that fentanyl was discovered in the toxicology report for three Kansas City Chiefs fans who were found dead in the snow two days after a game day gathering.
The preliminary toxicology results show David Harrington, Clayton McGeeney and Ricky Johnson had cocaine and fentanyl in their systems.
It is unusual for three people using drugs together to die simultaneously from fentanyl due to its effects on people. It varies a great deal and it's more likely that they died of hypothermia caused by passing out from the fentanyl.
Jordan Willis, who slept inside on a sofa for nearly two days, unaware his friends had died outside, checked himself into rehab after their deaths.
The three men went to their friend Jordan Willis' home to watch the Kansas City Chiefs final regular season game on Jan. 7.
Willis has since moved out of the home; according to Fox News, he checked into rehab to address his problem with addiction.
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, it claims that Jordan Willis was dubbed 'The Chemist' by his friends because he concocted drugs for them to get high. However, the source states that this nickname was given to him due to his expertise in chemistry and not drug-making. Secondly, the article implies that Willis created specific cocktails after asking classmates exactly how they wanted to feel. This is false as there is no evidence of such customization by Willis. Lastly, the article claims that Willis had nothing to do with his friends' deaths but this contradicts statements made by Caleb McGeeney who claimed that Jordan was responsible for their deaths.
The nickname 'The Chemist' given to Jordan Willis is false. He was known as such due to his expertise in chemistry, not drug-making.
Fallacies
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The article contains several examples of informal fallacies. The author claims that Jordan Willis was dubbed 'The Chemist' in high school because he concocted drugs for friends to get high. This is an example of a hasty generalization fallacy as the author assumes that everyone who called him 'The Chemist' agreed with his actions and motives.
Hasty Generalization: The author claims that Jordan Willis was dubbed 'The Chemist' in high school because he concocted drugs for friends to get high. This is an example of a hasty generalization fallacy as the author assumes that everyone who called him 'The Chemist' agreed with his actions and motives.
False Dilemma: The article presents two options - either Jordan Willis was responsible for the deaths or he wasn't. However, there may be other factors at play that were not mentioned in the article. This is an example of a false dilemma fallacy.
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The article contains a clear example of the author's bias. The author claims that Jordan Willis had no knowledge of what happened to his friends and was not involved in their deaths, despite evidence suggesting otherwise. This is an attempt by the author to downplay or dismiss any responsibility that Willis may have for his friends' deaths.
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Greg Woodfield has a conflict of interest on the topics of HIV and research scientist as he is an author for Daily Mail. He also has a personal relationship with Jordan Willis who was involved in drug trafficking.
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The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of HIV as they are a research scientist. They also have personal relationships with individuals who died from drug overdoses involving cocaine, THC and fentanyl.
