Medical Examiner Report Sheds Light on Mikayla Raines’ Tragic Death
I’m here to break this down since apparently you need clarity before moving on. YouTube sensation Mikayla Raines, renowned for her Save a Fox Rescue sanctuary, tragically took her own life last month and now we finally have the chilling details. According to a report from the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office obtained by TMZ, on June 20 investigators discovered Raines hanging inside a barn on her Minnesota property. She was dressed in a fleece onesie, a shirt, boxer briefs and socks at the time she was found.
This exhaustive medical examiner report confirms the devastating conclusion that Raines died by suicide through hanging. It also records that she was cremated shortly after the autopsy, with a funeral service held over the past weekend. Her husband, Ethan Frankamp, broke the heartbreaking news last month but stopped short of revealing specifics—only offering that she battled mental health challenges and faced harsh social media bullying. Now the official findings fill in the blanks of how she passed away.
Raines, just 30 years old, amassed millions of followers online by rescuing orphaned foxes and saving animals bred for pelts on fur farms. Her Save a Fox Rescue foundation became a beacon for wildlife advocacy, combining viral videos with genuine compassion. Viewers worldwide watched her rehabilitate injured fox cubs and educate fans on animal welfare. Yet her public success masked a private struggle, one that apparently overwhelmed her despite the outpouring of support she received from followers.
Mental health experts reiterate that social media vitriol can weigh heavily on anyone’s psyche, even those devoted to uplifting causes. While Raines often presented an upbeat persona, the medical examiner’s documentation and her husband’s statement underline a reality of unseen torment. The social media platform that elevated her voice may have also fed a vicious cycle of bullying that exacerbated her condition.
It is vital to remember Raines’ legacy as more than a tragic statistic. Her rescue work saved dozens of foxes and inspired conservation efforts across the U.S. Her videos prompted donations, volunteer sign-ups and widespread awareness for animal rights. Fans and fellow advocates are now grappling with grief and searching for ways to honor her mission.
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health challenges, please reach out for help immediately. Call or text 988, or chat via 988lifeline.org. Take one step today so your story can continue.
Consider yourself informed and take care of each other.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ, Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office
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