AN unknown quantity of an “illicit diazepam” is circulating in the Warrington area, the borough council has warned.
The drug could be seriously harmful to users’ health, according to the council’s Drugs and Alcohol Action team (DAAT).
Diazepam is a drug commonly used to treat anxiety and other conditions. But the illicit variety currently believed to be circulating locally could be dangerous, says DAAT.
Cathy Fitzgerald, head of DAAT, said: “The information we’ve had from a
trustworthy source suggests that the illicit diazepam has come here via the internet, possibly from Turkey.
“The pills have not been produced by a reputable manufacturer, and at the moment we can’t say exactly what they contain.
“But we can say that we’ve had some serious incidents over the last week which could have been fatal, especially when alcohol is involved.”
Ms Fitzgerald added: “Purchasing any drugs whether off the internet or not brings with it associated risks, and often purchasers do not know what they are buying.
“Please ensure you seek advice and information on any drugs if you are having to buy.”
AN unknown quantity of an “illicit diazepam” is circulating in the Warrington area, the borough council has warned.
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Experienced journalist for more than 40 years. Managing Director of magazine publishing group with three in-house titles and on-line daily newspaper for Warrington. Experienced writer, photographer, PR consultant and media expert having written for local, regional and national newspapers. Specialties: PR, media, social networking, photographer, networking, advertising, sales, media crisis management. Chair of Warrington Healthwatch Director Warrington Chamber of Commerce Patron Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation for Peace. Trustee Warrington Disability Partnership. Former Chairman of Warrington Town FC.
