In the United States, fatal snakebites are rare. According to the CDC, only five people die each year from venomous snakebites. Julian was 25 years old. He was strong and healthy. 

On February 1st, Julian was mountain biking at Quail Hill Trailhead with his dad, when he was bit by a rattlesnake after stepping aside to let people pass on the trail. He was immediately rushed to the hospital. His whole family was there at the ICU, advocating for him every step of the way. He was progressing through recovery and his own strength for over a month. With immense sorrow and grief, Julian did not survive.

We are a family that handed our son over to people we trusted and never got him back. Please help spread the word and the love of my brother, who was cherished by so many, and who impacted even more people than we can imagine. Raising these funds will help cover the costs of hospital fees, his memorial service, and any additional financial strain that arises from this ongoing situation. 

Julian was a leader in his community. He was a son, a brother, a loving boyfriend, and a friend to everyone. We will pursue the truth about what happened to Julian and we will stand up for him.This is not about anger. This is about accountability. This is about making sure the next family that walks through those doors doesn’t live our nightmare. Julian loved hard, laughed loud, and made everyone around him feel like they mattered. He deserved better. Please help us fight for him.

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