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Economic Times
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
What did David Hasselhoff's ex-wife Pamela Bach tell her daughter before her death and the mystery of drugs in her body
Pamela Bach's final words Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Fresh details have emerged in the sudden death of Actress Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff, ex-wife of actor and singer David Hasselhoff , who died at the age of 62 from a self-inflicted gunshot wound on March 5, 2025. Now, nearly three months after her death, the actresses' last conversation with her daughter before she claimed her life has to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner death investigation summary, she had three drugs - Benzodiazepines, Clonazepam and 7- Aminoclonazepam - in her system at the time of her United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) states that Benzodiazepines are "depressants that produce sedation and hypnosis, relieve anxiety and muscle spasms, and reduce seizures'. Both Clonazepam and 7- Aminoclonazepam are in a class of Benzodiazepines, according to the her death, Bach-Hasselhoff spoke to her daughter over the phone at approximately 7:45 am local time on March 5. According to media reports, she told her daughter that she 'loved her very much" during the the call, the daughter made multiple attempts to reach out to her mother throughout the day but 'never' received a reply. Later she arrived at her residence for a welfare check only to find her mother lying on her bed 'unresponsive'. Emergency services were called and paramedics pronounced Bach-Hasselhoff dead at the scene. No death note or signs of foul play were discovered. Bach-Hasselhoff had two daughters Taylor and Hayley with her ex-husband David Hasselhoff. She was married to him from 1989 to a statement to following her death, David stated that the family was "deeply saddened". He also expressed his gratitude for the support that the family received during the difficult time and requested privacy.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
DEA threat assessment points to fentanyl 'super laboratories' in Canada
WASHINGTON — The United States Drug Enforcement Administration's latest threat assessment says fentanyl "super laboratories" in Canada are a growing source of concern. U.S. President Donald Trump has used cross-border traffic in the deadly drug to justify hitting imports of Canadian goods with tariffs. The annual report says that while the estimated volume of fentanyl coming from Canada is substantially lower than the amount entering the U.S. from Mexico, "these operations have the potential to expand." The DEA pointed out that the RCMP dismantled a sophisticated drug lab in British Columbia last October. Canada was not mentioned once in the 2024 drug threat assessment. Trump hit Canada with economywide tariffs in March after declaring an emergency at the northern border, then partially paused the tariffs a few days later for imports compliant with the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement on trade. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 15, 2025. Kelly Geraldine Malone, The Canadian Press
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
DEA threat assessment points to fentanyl 'super laboratories' in Canada
WASHINGTON — The United States Drug Enforcement Administration's latest threat assessment says fentanyl "super laboratories" in Canada are a growing source of concern — after U.S. President Donald Trump used cross-border traffic in the deadly drug to justify hitting imports of Canadian goods with tariffs. The annual report released this week says that while the estimated volume of fentanyl coming from Canada is substantially lower than the amount entering the U.S. from Mexico, "these operations have the potential to expand and fill any supply void created by disruptions to Mexico-sourced fentanyl production and trafficking." The DEA pointed out that the RCMP dismantled a sophisticated drug lab in British Columbia last October. "This year's report indicates progress in the fight against fentanyl and also outlines the increasing challenges we face with the changing landscape of the synthetic drug crisis," said DEA acting administrator Robert Murphy in a news release Thursday. "The adulterating of fentanyl with highly potent, dangerous chemicals reminds us that this fight is far from over." Trump used the International Economic Emergency Powers Act, also called IEEPA, to declare an emergency over fentanyl trafficking in order to hit Canada with tariffs in March. He partially paused the tariffs a few days later for imports that comply with the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement on trade. Canada is also being hit with duties on steel, aluminum and automobiles through a different presidential authority to impose tariffs. Canada took swift action after Trump issued his initial tariff threat late last year by introducing a $1.3 billion border plan and appointing a "fentanyl czar." Ottawa announced a Canada-U.S. Joint Strike Force and deployed additional helicopters and drones along the border. The DEA report says that as of spring 2025, about 50 pounds of "Canada-sourced" fentanyl had been seized at the U.S.-Canada border over 2024, while 20,622 pounds were seized at the U.S.-Mexico border. It's not clear if the DEA used U.S. Customs and Border Protection data for its analysis. The agency did not respond when asked whether all of the fentanyl cited in the report originated in Canada or why it chose to include Canada in its most recent report. Canada was not mentioned once in the DEA's 2024 drug threat assessment. A March report from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence also did not mention Canada in its information about the fentanyl threat. The RCMP said in March that "there is limited to no evidence or data from law enforcement agencies in the U.S. or Canada to support the claim that Canadian produced fentanyl is an increasing threat to the U.S." Trump initially said fentanyl traffic was his reason for imposing tariffs on Canada — but his list of complaints soon expanded to include trade deficits and defence spending as he called for Canada to become part of the U.S. The president has softened his tone toward Canada in recent weeks, particularly after a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney at the White House. On Monday, while speaking about fentanyl coming into U.S., Trump said it's trafficked "much more through the southern border." This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 15, 2025. Kelly Geraldine Malone, The Canadian Press Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Winnipeg Free Press
15-05-2025
- Business
- Winnipeg Free Press
DEA threat assessment points to fentanyl ‘super laboratories' in Canada
WASHINGTON – The United States Drug Enforcement Administration's latest threat assessment says fentanyl 'super laboratories' in Canada are a growing source of concern. U.S. President Donald Trump has used cross-border traffic in the deadly drug to justify hitting imports of Canadian goods with tariffs. The annual report says that while the estimated volume of fentanyl coming from Canada is substantially lower than the amount entering the U.S. from Mexico, 'these operations have the potential to expand.' The DEA pointed out that the RCMP dismantled a sophisticated drug lab in British Columbia last October. Canada was not mentioned once in the 2024 drug threat assessment. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. Trump hit Canada with economywide tariffs in March after declaring an emergency at the northern border, then partially paused the tariffs a few days later for imports compliant with the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement on trade. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 15, 2025.
New Straits Times
09-05-2025
- New Straits Times
From Central America to Malaysia: Bukit Aman, DEA probe synthetic drug trail
Police tell AUSTIN CAMOENS they are working with US authorities to determine why and how synthetic drugs are brought into Malaysia from Central America POLICE are working with the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to determine how a Malaysian drug syndicate, led by a group of relatives, procured synthetic drugs from Central America. The federal Narcotic Crime Investigation Department (NCID) is investigating the movements and travel history of three suspects arrested last month. "We will go through immigration records to see if they had travelled to Central America," said acting Federal NCID director Deputy Commissioner Mat Zani @ Mohd Salahuddin Che Ali. "We want to know why and how the syndicate secured supplies from there. This is highly unusual, as syndicates here commonly obtain their supply from the Golden Triangle, as it is cheaper," he said. On April 29, police dismantled the family-run syndicate after arresting three men in a series of raids. They seized 2.16 tonnes of methamphetamine, ketamine and ecstasy — believed to have originated from a Central American country. Malaysian social media users have dubbed the case "Narcos Malaysia", after the hit Netflix series Narcos. Mat Zani said the syndicate might have been trying to avoid increased scrutiny associated with drug consignments from the Golden Triangle — a region that includes parts of Myanmar, China, Laos and Thailand. The area has long been a source of illicit drugs due to its remote and mountainous terrain, the presence of warlords and conditions ideal for opium cultivation. In recent years, it has also become a hub for methamphetamine production. "The Central American syndicate could be testing the market through this consignment," Mat Zani said. While investigations into the Central American connection are ongoing, police are also tracking down two more suspects believed to be remnant members of the syndicate. "We believe they are still in Malaysia and are taking the necessary steps to apprehend them," he said. Mat Zani revealed the three arrested suspects are related through marriage. "Checks showed that two of the suspects are married to the elder sisters of the third suspect," he said. One suspect has a criminal intimidation record, another has a previous drug offence, while the third has no criminal record. Export plans Documents seized during the raids indicate the synthetic drugs — worth RM82.1 million — were smuggled into the country in a shipping container declared as carrying "plastic flakes". The syndicate was planning to distribute the drugs locally, as well as in Japan and South Korea, where 1kg of methamphetamine is worth about RM400,000. Mat Zani said the drugs were to be exported via courier services. "They would be hidden in parcels and shipped to both countries. We are also investigating if the syndicate had previously sent drugs there," he said. Trafficking drugs via courier has become a common method for syndicates. Both the police and Customs Department have uncovered such tactics in previous busts. At the 64th session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs in 2021, Interpol reported that trafficking of illicit drugs via postal mail and express couriers had "exploded" post-Covid-19 pandemic. Mat Zani urged anyone with information on the case or drug-related activity to contact the NCID hotline at 012-208 7222.
