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Nanaimo RCMP issue warning after tampered drinks reported at local club

Drink tampering often involves a drug known as Rohypnol, GHB or Ketamine being discreetly added to a beverage.
Drink tampering often involves a drug known as Rohypnol, GHB or Ketamine being discreetly added to a beverage. AP Photo/Eric Risberg, File

Nanaimo RCMP have issued a warning after two women reported having their drinks tampered with at a local nightclub.

Police received a report Wednesday saying the women’s drinks were spiked on April 5 at an undisclosed club.

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Drink tampering often involves a drug known as Rohypnol, GHB or ketamine being discreetly added to a beverage.

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Within 10 to 20 minutes of the drug being added to the drink, the unsuspecting target may experience a number of physical symptoms including feeling lightheaded, slurred speech or even a loss of consciousness.

Police are reminding bar patrons to not leave their drinks unattended or accept a drink from a stranger.

Anyone with information on the incident, or who has fallen victim to drink tampering, is asked to contact Nanaimo RCMP at 250-754-2345. Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477

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