Police investigate slimming jab supply after North Yorkshire woman hospitalised

Police have launched an investigation into the supply of a slimming injection that left a woman from North Yorkshire in intensive care.

Two women aged 32 and 37, have been arrested on suspicion of causing / administering a poison / noxious substance and have been released on police bail. The third woman, aged 58, was arrested on suspicion of selling or supplying a prescription only medicine. She has been released while under investigation.

The woman who used the injection was admitted to hospital earlier this month and treated in intensive care for suspected internal injuries. She has since been discharged.

Detectives launched an investigation after being notified by health professionals on 7th May 2025.

North Yorkshire Police said:

"The investigation remains ongoing and we urge members of the public to follow the advice from health professionals on the safe use of these products."

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