Drink spiking incidents investigated in Weymouth
At least three people fell ill at the end of last month
Dorset Police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward and urging members of the public to remain vigilant following reports of drink spiking incidents in Weymouth.
Officers received two reports relating to people needing medical treatment after possibly having their drinks spiked on the night of Friday 30 July into the early hours of Saturday 31 July 2021 while on a night out in Weymouth. The incidents were believed to have occurred in Actor’s nightclub in 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.
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.”
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.
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.
Alternatively, to stay 100 per cent anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call Freephone 0800 555 111.