Woodstock Police and Southwestern Public Health a warning the public about reports of a light purple powder being sold as Fentanyl in Oxford County.
WOODSTOCK - Woodstock Police and Southwestern Public Health a warning the public about reports of a light purple powder being sold as Fentanyl in Oxford County.
A warning has been issued after anecdotal reports of a new, potent drug circulating in the County. It is light purple in colour and looks like a fluffy powder. The drug is being sold as Fentanyl.
In the case of an overdose you should:
- Call 911
- Give Naloxone if you suspect the overdose was caused by an opioid.
- Stay with and assist the person until paramedics arrive.
- The person should go to the hospital with paramedics for further treatment.
***CAUTION***
— Woodstock Police (@Woodstock_PS) January 13, 2020
Please be aware that there have been reports of a "Light Purple" powder being sold as Fentanyl in Oxford County pic.twitter.com/9AIYKbRBnS

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