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Police warn of possible tainted street drugs following recent overdose deaths

Four overdoses and four deaths have Lloydminster RCMP cautioning residents as they see an uptick in drug overdose fatalities.

Since September 20, officers have had to respond to several calls dealing with people in medical distress. Police believe local street drugs could be laced with fentanyl, carfentanil, or methamphetamines.

Police and EMS crews say they had to use Narcan in their efforts to revive the victims. They add there is an increased risk of using these combination drugs and not being aware of the precise contents.

If anyone finds a suspicious substance, police advise to call them at 780-808-8400 and avoid contact with it.

Also, if anyone has information about suspicious incidents or drug activity in the city, they may call the Lloydminster RCMP or if they wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

Gerry Lampow
Gerry Lampow
Gerry has lived in Lloydminster since winter 2010. That detail is important as coming from the Caribbean he did not see green grass until May. Now an Alberta/Western Canada resident, you would be hard-pressed to find a stronger proponent of Lloydminster than the news guy that appreciates a healthy dose of rock music and dress code leather. His mantra is focus on one thing and do it well.
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