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Drug Pandemic in the US: Easily Preventable Deaths Go Unnoticed and Unchecked

Washington, D.C. – The alarming trend of overtreatment with prescription drugs leading to an increasing number of deaths has sparked concerns over the preventable drug-related fatalities. A study revealed that prescription drugs rank as the third leading cause of death in the United States, following heart disease and cancer. However, this estimate may underestimate the actual death toll as most drug-related fatalities occur outside hospital settings, where adverse drug reactions often go unnoticed. The methodology …

Attempted Murder Charges Upgraded for Moja Love’s Sizokuthola Presenter After Assault on Suspected Drug Dealer

Johannesburg, South Africa – The controversial TV show “Sizokuthola” on Moja Love has once again sparked outrage as its presenter, Xolani Maphanga, faces upgraded charges of attempted murder after allegedly assaulting an elderly woman suspected of drug dealing. This incident comes after the show’s previous host, Xolani Khumalo, was arrested in 2023 for the alleged murder of another suspected drug dealer. The show, which focuses on vigilante-style drug busts, has divided opinions on the role …

Intruder Arrested at Los Angeles Mayor’s Home Has Violent Past and Drug Addiction, Mother Says

Los Angeles, California – A man suspected of breaking into the home of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has a criminal history that includes charges of kidnapping and attempted murder in Massachusetts, according to court records. The incident occurred at Getty House in Windsor Square early Sunday morning, with the intruder, identified as 29-year-old Ephraim Hunter, allegedly smashing through a window and gaining entry while Bass and some of her relatives were inside. The Los …

Tramadol Pills to be Halved Following Multiple Deaths Linked to Drug

PARIS, France – In response to a concerning rise in addiction cases linked to the powerful painkiller Tramadol, France is implementing new regulations to limit the number of pills in each box to a maximum of 15. The decision comes after several deaths and hundreds of addiction cases have been reported, prompting authorities to take action. The French national medicine safety body has advised reducing the number of pills in a box of Tramadol, with …

Toxic Drug Alert Issued for Williams Lake After Multiple Overdoses and Fatalities

Williams Lake, British Columbia is currently facing a toxic drug poisoning alert that will remain in place for the duration of the week. The alert was issued by Interior Health after a series of overdoses, some of which resulted in fatalities, were reported in the area related to the use of down or fentanyl. In response to the concerning increase in overdoses, Interior Health is urging residents who use these substances to exercise caution by …

Fentanyl Test Strips Legalized in Massachusetts Senate Vote: A Game-Changer for Drug Safety

Boston, Massachusetts – The Massachusetts state Senate recently passed a unanimous vote to legalize fentanyl test strips across the commonwealth. Fentanyl test strips, once considered illegal drug paraphernalia, are essential tools that can detect the presence of the highly potent synthetic opioid in a sample. With fentanyl increasingly becoming a leading cause of overdose deaths, the legalization of these strips is a significant step towards harm reduction in the state. These inexpensive strips have been …

Opioids on the Rise: Drug Overdose Deaths Stable in 2022 Despite Increase in Stimulants, Cocaine

Atlanta, Georgia – Drug overdoses remain a critical issue in the United States, with rates steadily increasing over the past two decades. The rise in overdoses involving synthetic opioids like fentanyl and stimulants such as cocaine and methamphetamine is particularly concerning. A recent report from the National Vital Statistics System examines drug overdose death rates over a 20-year period, focusing on demographic groups and the types of drugs involved, with a specific emphasis on changes …

Drug Dealer Charged with Murder of Indian Doctoral Student in St. Louis

ST. LOUIS, Missouri – A drug dealer faces first-degree murder and armed criminal action charges in the killing of a doctoral student from India at Washington University. Glenn Bailey, 46, is in custody in connection with the death of the victim on February 27 in the city’s Academy neighborhood. The victim, identified as Amarnath Ghosh by Bollywood actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee, was pursued and shot at the intersection of Delmar Boulevard and Clarendon Avenue. Security footage …

Drug Smuggling Bust: 13 Mexican Mafia Members Arrested in Los Angeles Smuggling Ring

Los Angeles, California – Thirteen individuals connected to the Mexican Mafia have been charged for their alleged involvement in a drug smuggling operation within the Los Angeles area. This organized crime ring has been accused of facilitating the flow of narcotics through the region, posing a significant threat to the community at large. Law enforcement authorities have been vigilant in their efforts to dismantle the illicit activities of the Mexican Mafia and its associates. The …

Drug Bust in Port Hardy Leads to Six Arrests and Seizure of Fentanyl and Cocaine

PORT HARDY, BRITISH COLUMBIA – The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have taken decisive action in response to a recent increase in overdose deaths in the Port Hardy area by arresting six individuals and carrying out two search warrants related to a drug investigation. The operation, which began in early March, was a collaborative effort involving Port Hardy RCMP, Island District RCMP General Investigation Section (IDGIS), and Port Alice RCMP. On March 9th, authorities apprehended …