Country Star Discusses Cocaine, Whiskey Mix Leading to Self-Stabbing
Billy Don Burns, a recognized figure in country music, recently faced a severe personal crisis after mixing whiskey and cocaine. This incident resulted in him being hospitalized due to self-inflicted stab wounds.
Details of the Incident in Los Angeles
The troubling event unfolded in Los Angeles when Burns was on a quest for drugs. He experienced a car crash, which led him to abandon his phone while searching for a liquor store.
Confession to Substance Abuse
In a candid social media post, Burns explained his mentality during the episode. He stated, “I knew he doesn’t like me bringing any cocaine or anything around, so I found me some cocaine and whiskey and I got messed up, man.” His condition deteriorated rapidly, leading him to crash into a concrete structure, causing significant damage to his vehicle.
Self-Harm and Hospitalization
Burns revealed the desperate measures he took while under the influence. He shared that after his phone was stolen, he resorted to using whiskey to mix with the drugs. “Instead of putting water in the spoon, I started using whiskey. I was shooting Jim Beam whiskey and cocaine,” he noted.
The shocking turn of events escalated when Burns was overwhelmed by his state of mind. In a moment of despair, he contemplated ending his life. “I decided, ‘Why don’t you just kill yourself, Billy?’” He went on to stab himself multiple times with a pocket knife. Initially, he thought he had inflicted three wounds, but later realized there were actually four or five cuts, with one causing substantial bleeding.
Reflection on the Experience
Billy Don Burns has opened up about the incident, highlighting the severe consequences of substance abuse. His experience serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with mixing drugs and alcohol and the impact it can have on one’s mental state.