Three people have their drinks spiked on Weymouth nights out
Dorset Police have issued safety advice
Last updated 10th Aug 2021
Dorset Police say two people have had their drinks spiked in Weymouth's Actors nightclub.
The force received two reports relating to people needing medical treatment after possibly having their drinks spiked on the night of Friday 30th July into the early hours of Saturday 31st July 2021 while on a night out in Weymouth. The incidents were believed to have occurred in the nightclub on Maiden Street.
A further report was subsequently received relating to a woman aged in her 20s who had been out in a number of other premises in the town on the night of Saturday 31 July 2021 and believed her drink had been spiked. She was taken home feeling unwell but did not require hospital treatment.
Dorset Police issue advice to stay safe
We would urge people to take the following steps to help prevent you or your friends from becoming a victim:
- Never leave your drink unattended
- Don't accept a drink from someone you don't know
- Keep an eye on your friends' drinks
- Stay away from situations that you don't feel comfortable with
- If someone appears very intoxicated do not leave them unattended or with a stranger, make sure they are safe
- Let someone know where you are and what time you expect to be home, especially if you're going on a date with someone you don't know
- Don't give out too much information to someone you've just met, such as your address
- It's important to remember that if you've already been drinking, it may make you less aware of any danger.
Police Constable Andy Dickinson, of Weymouth police, said: “We have been carrying out a number of enquiries into these reports and continue to work with our partner agencies and local businesses to raise awareness of personal safety in the night-time economy.
“We are appealing for anyone with information in relation to these incidents, or who witnesses any suspicious activity while they are on a night out, to please contact us.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55210124235.