A 28-year-old banker from Jeffries was found dead in his Dallas apartment, having reportedly worked about 100 hours before his passing. Authorities believe the cause was an “accidental overdose” involving fentanyl and cocaine.
As reported by Business Insider, a completed autopsy revealed that Carter McIntosh died on January 28 due to the “toxic effects” of the substances. The outlet previously reached out to Jeffries for a comment following reports of McIntosh’s overdose.
Dallas police discovered McIntosh’s body covered by a sofa blanket upon responding to a welfare check at his residence. He was pronounced dead shortly thereafter.
At the scene, officers found various “drug-related devices,” leading investigators to probe into potential overdose circumstances and any prior history of illegal drug use.
A friend noted that it had been two days since anyone had seen the Seton Hall University graduate before his body was found during the welfare check.
Jeffries’ CEO, Rich Handler, acknowledged the tragedy on social media. A colleague described McIntosh’s demanding work schedule, mentioning that many insiders felt it was “unsustainable.” It seems a number of junior bankers have expressed concerns about the excessive hours expected from technology and communications staff.
Before joining Jeffries, McIntosh had also worked with Goldman Sachs and Maurice.
The dangers of fentanyl are stark; it’s reportedly 50 times stronger than heroin, making it particularly hard to detect and control. This highlights a growing crisis in the U.S., contributing to an alarming rise in overdose incidents.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicate that overdoses remain the leading cause of death among Americans between the ages of 18 and 44.
