Local police departments are warning folks a couple of current rise in reviews of drink spiking at bars and golf equipment, urging patrons to be vigilant and watch their beverage always.
Boston Police on Monday stated they’ve discovered about quite a few social media posts from folks reporting that they had been current victims of drink spiking at native bars.
Meanwhile, Barnstable Police final week stated the division has obtained reviews of bar patrons feeling the results of potential “date rape drugs.”
Both departments are warning patrons of bars and golf equipment in regards to the dangerousness of scentless, colorless and tasteless medication reminiscent of Rohypnol, also called roofies, being positioned within the drinks of unsuspecting victims. Other medication generally used in a similar way are GHB (gamma-hydroxybutyric acid) or Ketamine.
“These drugs and substances can cause disorientation, confusion, temporary paralysis or unconsciousness along with a host of other symptoms, leaving the potential victim vulnerable to the intentions of the suspect,” Boston Police stated in an announcement.
“While the BPD encourages everyone to look out for each other when gathered in social settings by creating a ‘buddy system’ to prevent getting separated, there are steps you can take on your own to help ensure your personal safety,” the division added.
Those precautions embody watching your drink always and by no means leaving your drink unattended. Take your drink with you to the restroom if want be, police added.
“Keep your hand covered over your drink when you’re not looking at it,” police stated. “Many creative inventions exist that can help you cover your drink.”
Patrons ought to guarantee that their drink is being served instantly by the bartender or their server.
People can check their drink with check strips or nail polish that can gentle up a sure coloration if medication are detected.
Boston Police is urging anybody who believes they had been a sufferer of drink spiking to report these incidents to the division — both by calling 911 or by reporting it at any Boston Police district station.
Barnstable Police are additionally urging victims to return ahead, and if folks see anybody who seems to be in misery or wandering alone late at evening, they need to contact police at 508-778-3874.
Source: www.bostonherald.com”