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Global Drug Seizure News 2022
Nespresso Delivery On the 2nd of May 2022, workers in a Swiss Nespresso factory had a shock after they noticed a white power among a shipment container full of coffee sacks. Swiss -
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International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking
Sunday 26th June 2022 marks the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking (World Drug Day). Global recognition of the ongoing issue surrounding drug abuse and smuggling prompted the United Nations -
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Women boycott bars UK wide due to spiking epidemic
In the last few years drink spiking has become an increasing problem. Reportedly in the last two months spiking has been at an all-time high with reportedly around 200 spiking cases in -
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$35.2 Million Worth of Methamphetamine Seized in Texas.
On the 12th of April 2022, US Customs and Border Protection officers at the World Trade Bridge in Laredo, Texas discovered almost 800 kg (1,761 lbs) worth of methamphetamine hidden in pink bags. -
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World Day for Safety and Health at Work
Outline a clear health and safety policy from the start Conduct routine drug testing Provide correct tools and regular equipment inspections Always wear correct protective gear Do not turn up to
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World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Play True Day
Today marks the World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) annual Play True Day. Since 2014, WADA, sports organisations, athletes, and sporting fans have all celebrated ‘Play True Day’ as an opportunity to promote clean -
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Opioid Epidemic within the USA Criminal Justice System
The opioid epidemic in the United States has worsened due to Covid-19, with deaths caused by overdose increasing by 28.5% from April 2021. In the US 13.3% of people started or increased -
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Cocaine seizure in Germany breaks European record
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Impact of Coronavirus on Drug Use in Europe
The effect of COVID-19 on the consumption of drugs in Europe has been varied depending on the drug type concerned. Overall, 51.6% of participants in a survey have increased their drug or -
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Record Seizure of Synthetic Drugs in Spain
In a record seizure of synthetic drugs for Spain, police have confiscated approximately 827,000 ecstasy tablets, 76kg of speed, 39.5kg of crystal meth and 217 litres of liquid amphetamine at the start
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