SARASOTA, Fla. - Fentanyl is highly addictive and has been a problem in Tampa Bay area communities for years.

Those impacted by the drug are coming together this Monday for the second annual " Sarasota Fights Fentanyl Walk." It will be a day of remembrance and potentially a lifesaving resource to help those battling addiction.

Local perspective:

The faces in each photo have a story to tell. Each is someone who lost their battle with addiction, including Casey Leonard.

"He was my fiancé and my person," said Julianne Rosato.

Rosato won't let his light be forgotten. She'll be one of hundreds taking part in the Sarasota Fights Fentanyl Walk and Resource Fair on Labor Day.

"This walk shows we refuse to give up," she said.

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