The father of California teenager Connor Ekchadrt posted online a heartbreaking video recorded at his son’s graveside warning other parents and children about the dangers of synthetic drugs that claimed his son’s life this summer. Eckhardt, 19, was declared brain-dead in July after taking one hit of synthetic marijuana commonly known as ‘Spice’ and falling into a coma. Since Connor’s passing, his parents, Devin and Veronica Eckhardt, have been raising awareness of the dangers of synthetic drugs, which are readily available for purchase in bodegas and smoke shops. Scroll down for video Father's grief: Devin Eckhardt is seen here in July embracing his brain-dead son, 19-year-old Connor, after he fell into a coma as a result of smoking synthetic marijuana
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Connor Eckhardt, 19, slipped into a coma in July after taking one hit of synthetic marijuana
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He was declared brain-dead in hospital and his vital organs were donated
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Devin Eckhardt, Connor's father, recorded a video at the cemetery urging other parents to learn about the dangers of drugs like Spice
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The Eckhardts have launched a worldwide campaign raising awareness of synthetic marijuana
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The drug is illegal but can be readily obtained over the counter under names like 'spice' and 'K2'
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It contains a mixture of herbs which are sprayed with chemicals to produce a marijuana-like high
The Eckhardts used their last precious minutes with Connor, a @placeholder boy whose bronzed skin was a testament to his love of surfing and skateboarding, to do something incredibly brave.