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Watch shocking moment policeman collapses after accidentally inhaling lethal drug – as horrified colleagues rush to help

Even slight exposure can kill someone TERRIFYING SCENES Watch shocking moment policeman collapses after accidentally inhaling lethal drug – as horrified colleagues rush to help A POLICEMAN collapsed in a shocking moment after accidentally inhaling a lethal drug. These scenes were shown in the new series of Channel 4's Crime Scene Cleaners - which returned tonight. Advertisement 4 A police officer collapsed on Crime Scene Cleaners Credit: Channel 4 4 Horrified colleagues rushed to administer life saving drugs Credit: Channel 4 The show follows hard-working crime scene cleaning companies in Britain and the USA that help people get their lives back to normal after the most traumatic events imaginable. In the latest episode, a tense moment saw a US policeman collapse after being exposed to airborne fentanyl from a car. According to the NHS, fentanyl is a strong opoid painkiller which is used to treat severe pain. A colleague held onto the affected officer, telling him: "I've got you, okay. I'm not going to let you die." Advertisement As medical assistance arrived on the scene, they called for a medication known as Narcan. The show's voiceover explained: "Narcan - a life-saving drug - rapidly reverses fentanyl overdoses." Forensic scientist Dr. Amy Santoro, said on-screen: "Most police officers in the United States carry Narcan. "If you start to overdose on fentanyl, we'll deliver a dose of Narcan that will help to kick the fentanyl out of your receptors and allow you to start breathing again." Advertisement This was followed by scenes of the officer being put inside an ambulance. The show was first announced late last year as a look into the aftermath of violent and hazardous crime. Shocking case of caring pensioner butchered by 'friend' explored in 24 Hours in Police Custody Homeowners and businesses turn to an elite group of highly accredited specialist experts to clean up the crime scene and hazardous mess left behind. The professionally accredited cleaners are the last to enter the crime scene and the first to hand the locations back to the public. Advertisement Rita Daniels, Commissioning Editor for Documentaries and Factual Entertainment at Channel 4, said previously: "Crime Scene Cleaners pulls back the curtain on the vital work of these unsung heroes. "It's not just about cleaning up – it's about helping people rebuild after trauma. "We're excited to bring this unique and compelling series to Channel 4, showcasing the incredible dedication and expertise of these professionals." Elaine Hackett, CEO of Crackit TV, added: 'This series offers rare access into the extraordinary lives of professional crime scene cleaners, who encounter people's worst nightmares on a daily basis. Advertisement "We're thrilled to be following these experts through dangerous and difficult situations and getting to know the incredible characters behind the hazmat suits.' 4 The colleague exclaimed that she would not let her co-worker die 4 The show detailed the effects of fentanyl and the Narcan medication needed to save someone Crime Scene Cleaners airs on Channel 4.