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HKFP
3 days ago
- Health
- HKFP
Etomidate to be included in schools' voluntary drug testing in 2025-26 academic year
The Hong Kong government has told schools that etomidate will be included in a voluntary testing scheme under the city's school-based anti-drug programme in the 2025-26 academic year. The Narcotics Division of the Security Bureau said on Tuesday that it had informed schools about the move, weeks after authorities renamed the drug, previously called 'space oil.' 'The procedures for etomidate testing will follow that of other drugs – participating schools may opt for rapid urine tests or hair tests under the current testing procedures, and testing will only be conducted after receiving a student's consent,' the government said in a press release. The Narcotics Division on Tuesday also met with NGOs responsible for administering the drug tests to confirm etomidate testing details, the government added. The drug has been popular among teenagers and is now the third most commonly abused drug among youth under 21 in Hong Kong, behind cannabis and cocaine, according to the authorities. The voluntary testing scheme – under the broader Healthy School Programme, which also provides anti-drug education and activities – aims to help students stop abusing drugs, and the results will not be used for prosecution. The testing scheme also covers ketamine, ecstasy, methylamphetamine, cannabis, and cocaine. Currently, more than half of Hong Kong's secondary schools participate in the programme, according to the government. Etomidate was added to the Dangerous Drug Ordinance in February, putting it in the same ranks as ketamine and cocaine. Possession of etomidate can be punished by up to seven years in jail and a fine of HK$1 million, while trafficking the drug risks life imprisonment and a fine of HK$5 million.
Yahoo
09-08-2025
- Yahoo
Anonymous tip ends in drug discovery, arrest of Slidell group
ST. TAMMANY PARISH, La. (WGNO) — An anonymous tip reporting alleged drug activity in St. Tammany Parish, has led to the arrest of three people. Deputies with the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office said they were alerted of drug activity at a Slidell home in the 50000 block of Lillian Road. Investigation ongoing after teen shot, killed in St. James Parish On July 29, Narcotics Division detectives executed a search warrant where they allegedly found: Cocaine 11 total pounds of marijuana A variety of THC edibles Hydrocodone Methylphenidate and alprazolam pills A semi-automatic handgun $3,342 in cash An assortment of drug paraphernalia indicative of street level drug distribution Also in the house were three residents, 65-year-old Charles Garcia, 53-year-old Dawn Frey and 18-year-old Isabella Evans. The three were arrested and booked into the St. Tammany Parish Correctional Center. According to deputies, Garcia and Frey are facing charges of: Possession with the intent to distribute marijuana Possession with the intent to distribute THC edibles Possession with the intent to distribute cocaine Possession with the intent to distribute hydrocodone Possession of a Schedule II controlled dangerous substance Possession of Alprazolam Possession of a Firearm in the presence of a controlled dangerous substance Transactions involving proceeds of drug transactions Possession of drug paraphernalia Garcia is facing an additional charge of distribution of Marijuana. Evans is facing charges of possession of Marijuana (Over 14 Grams), possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Deputy fires weapon during Metairie traffic stop: JPSO 'Our residents continue to send the message they will not tolerate drugs and guns being sold in their neighborhoods. Thank you to the concerned citizen who provided this tip and to all of our citizens who continue to call us when they see or hear something suspicious,' said Sheriff Randy Posts Early showers but not much later in the day TikTok impersonation scheme hits Florida barber shop New Orleans to honor Katrina's 20th anniversary with week of events and summit Fans may have saved Mona Lisa French Quarter restaurant Saints name starting quarterback for preseason opener versus Chargers Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
New Straits Times
01-07-2025
- New Straits Times
Undocumented foreign man held over drug trafficking in Lahad Datu
LAHAD DATU: A Filipino man was arrested on suspicion of involvement in drug trafficking in Kampung Pisang, Jalan Bakawali, here, yesterday (June 30). The 30-year-old was arrested by the Lahad Datu police headquarters' Narcotics Division during Op Tapis about 10.30pm. District deputy police chief Superintendent Jimmy Panyau said checks on the suspect led to the seizure of ketamine and ecstasy pills worth nearly RM18,000. "The haul included 13.12g of ketamine worth RM2,624 and 89.63g of ecstasy pills worth RM14,900. "Also seized were RM537 in cash and a mobile phone," he said today (July 01). Jimmy said the suspect did not possess any valid identification documents. The case is being investigated under Section 39B and Section 39A(1) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Yahoo
Arrests made after pursuit into Russell County
A Somerset man and a Monticello woman were arrested following a high-speed pursuit that led to the discovery of a quantity of illegal substances. According to the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office, on June 9, 2025, at approximately 12:15 a.m., deputies were notified of a Chevrolet Equinox that had fled from a Somerset Police Department traffic stop. Shortly after notification, Deputy Noah Dishman observed a vehicle matching the description traveling on Bourbon Road at a high rate of speed. Dishman turned around to attempt to initiate a traffic stop on the vehicle, but prior to catching up to the vehicle he observed it travel through the intersection of Bourbon Road and Ky. 914 without stopping at the stop sign, and nearly travel into the ditch, according to the sheriff's office. Dep. Dishman again attempted to initiate a traffic stop on Ky. 914, but the vehicle continued westbound to the intersection of W. Ky. 80. After turning onto West Ky. 80, deputies observed the vehicle increase speed as it continued westbound to Ky. 196, according to the sheriff's office. The vehicle was eventually stopped on Ky. 196 in Russell County. After stopping the vehicle, deputies with both Pulaski and Russell counties ordered the driver out of the car and identified him as Kisean Cowan, 18, Somerset, Ky. A passenger in the vehicle was also ordered to exit, and was identified as Harlie Gibson, 18, Monticello, Ky. Detectives with the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office Narcotics Division were called to the scene of the stop, where K-9 Leo performed an open air search around the vehicle. After a positive indication of the presence of controlled substance, deputies located a black magnetic box with a quantity of drug paraphernalia, white crystal like substances believed to be methamphetamine, marijuana and digital scales, according to the sheriff's office. Cowan was arrested from the scene and charged with Speeding 26 mph or Greater; First-Degree Fleeing or Evading Police (Motor Vehicle); Disregarding Stop Sign; two counts of Disregarding Traffic Controlled Device-Traffic Light; First-Degree Traffic in Controlled Substance, First Offense, Greater than or Equal to to 2 grams (Methamphetamine); Trafficking in Marijuana, First Offense; Drug Paraphernalia-Buy/Possess; Operating Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Controlled Substance, First Offense; and No Operators/Moped License. Gibson was arrested at the scene and charged with Drug Paraphernalia-Buy/Possess and Public Intoxication Controlled Substance. Both Cowan and Gibson were lodged in the Pulaski County Detention Center without further incident. The Pulaski County Sheriff's Office was assisted by the Russell County Sheriff's Office. Readers are reminded that a charge is an accusation only, and that all suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
2 arrested after meth, guns, cash, found in major drug bust in Livingston Parish
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Two people were arrested after Livingston Parish deputies found multiple illegal substances, guns and cash during a drug bust. According to Sheriff Jason Ard, the investigation began after the Narcotics Division received an anonymous tip that Jametheron Tate, 39, also known as 'GEE,' was distributing methamphetamine in the Denham Springs area while living on Colonial Drive. 'Our investigation led to our team securing a search warrant for his residence,' Ard said. Baton Rouge police make arrest in McDonald's shooting On May 27, agents executed the warrant. They found a large amount of drugs and other illegal items in the house. Items seized include: Approximately 63 grams of fentanyl powder. Approximately 16.2 grams of methamphetamine. Approximately 123.2 grams of marijuana. Around 300 dosage units of tadalafil. Four firearms. $1,480 in U.S. currency. Packaging materials and digital scales. Tate was booked into the Livingston Parish Detention Center on multiple charges: Sale, possession, or distribution of legend drugs with a secured personal surety bond set at $500. Possession of drug paraphernalia with a $500 bond. Possession with intent to distribute Schedule I controlled dangerous substances with a $50,000 bond. Possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substances with a $100,000 bond. Possession of a firearm in the presence of controlled dangerous substances. Paisley Fobb, 36, who was reportedly connected to the ongoing investigation, was also arrested. Authorities said the investigation remains open. Supreme Court narrows scope of environmental reviews in Utah railroad case See fish kills in Louisiana? Here's how to report it to LDWF Red Stick Mom shares summer fun guide for Baton Rouge families Former NICU nurse accused of abusing babies now allowed to see brother's children Federal court blocks most of President Trump's tariffs Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
