The role of random chance is a recurring theme in
Dopesick, and in this case, it’s a random traffic stop that leads authorities to find out more information about D.C. At the same time, however, D.C. is in a dangerous business, and perhaps it was only a matter of time before random chance caught up with him. The role of random chance once again highlights the similarities between D.C. and a heroin user (who all face the constant risk of an unexpected overdose).