About Alexandra
Alexandra Capelouto was a bright, compassionate, and ambitious 20-year-old young woman with an exceptionally high IQ and a promising future ahead of her. She grew up in Temecula, California, as one of four sisters, in a home filled with love, laughter, and strong family bonds. Known for her sharp wit, infectious charm, and warm heart, Alexandra had a way of making people feel valued and understood.
Despite her brilliance, Alexandra faced personal struggles. As a teenager, she was clinically diagnosed with major depressive disorder. While she battled with the weight of her depression, her quick humor and magnetic personality often masked her pain, making it difficult for others to see the depth of what she was going through. She did her best to cope and was always searching for a way to feel what she called “normal.”
In December 2019, Alexandra was home from college for winter break, enjoying time with her loved ones and preparing for the upcoming semester. Tragically, on December 23, 2019, her life was stolen when she unknowingly consumed a counterfeit pill that contained fentanyl. She had believed she was taking a legitimate prescription medication, but the pill she received was a deadly counterfeit, made with an amount of fentanyl that no human body could withstand.
Since Alexandra’s passing, her family has been dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of fentanyl and fighting for stronger measures to hold those who knowingly distribute these deadly substances accountable. Her story is one of love, loss, and an unwavering commitment to protecting others from the same fate.
Alexandra’s Law is named in her honor, serving as a call to action for lawmakers, communities, and individuals to recognize the urgent need to address the fentanyl crisis. Her legacy lives on through the movement to prevent more families from experiencing this devastating loss.