Former16 And Pregnantstar Whitney Purvis was dealt another blow following the death of her son, Weston Gosa Jr., after she was arrested for alleged involuntary manslaughter on Monday, July 7.Whitney’s story of teenage pregnancy was documented in her season of16 And Pregnantback in 2009, when she and Weston Gosa Sr. got pregnant with their son while Whitney was just 17 years old. The couple later became parents to son River but split shortly after.
Whitney reportedly lost custody of both sons in the ensuing years, and now she’s facing serious charges after being arrested.
Us Weeklyreported thatWhitney was arrested for alleged involuntary manslaughterand was booked on charges of possession with intent to distribute controlled substances. The outlet creditedTMZwhen it said that Whitney’s charge was allegedly related to a drug referred to as Tranq, which is a mixture of Fentanyl and Xylazine, and to an alleged fatal overdose.
What Whitney Purvis' Arrest Means Amid Shocking Charges
Since first appearing on reality TV as a pregnant teenager,Whitney’s life has been a spectacle of sad headlines. She and the father of her children, Weston Sr., have publicly battled over their sons for years. Weston Jr.’s death in early 2025 shined the spotlight on the family again as they faced their worst nightmare in losing a son. No cause of death has been given for Weston Jr.
Whitney’s battle with Weston Sr. didn’t abatewhen their son died. In fact, it only intensified, with Whitney publicly stating that Weston Sr. had purposely excluded Whitney and her family from attending Weston Jr.’s funeral services.
Whitney isn’t the only16 And PregnantorTeen Momalum who has struggledsince appearing on MTV in the mid-2000s.The list of former stars who have faced legal drama is long, withstars like Jenelle EvansandAmber Portwood remaining in the headlinesfor bad behavior.
Our Take On Whitney Purvis' Shocking Arrest
Whitney Is Clearly Struggling
Whitney’s shocking arrest for her role in an alleged fatal overdose is evidence thatshe’s clearly struggling with keeping her life on tracksince appearing on reality TV. The only headlines Whitney makes these days are for negative reasons, and this arrest is probably not surprising to those who have followed her story.
Whitney, who has another son, Collin Adonis, born in 2023, will have to face her arrest and be held accountable for her alleged actions. The16 And Pregnantstar has already lost custody of her two older children and then lost her oldest son when he tragically passed away. Sadly, it looks likeWhitney’s struggles are far from over as she faces this next tribulation publicly.
Sources:Us Weekly,TMZ
16 and Pregnant
16 and Pregnant is a reality television series that follows the lives of teenage girls navigating the complexities of pregnancy and early motherhood. Each episode provides an unvarnished look at the difficulties and responsibilities these young women face, shedding light on the impact on their personal aspirations and relationships with family, friends, and partners. The show aims to raise awareness about teenage pregnancy and its far-reaching consequences.
