Spiking injection incidents "not believed to be linked" police say

It follows reports of incidents in Edinburgh, Dundee and Glasgow.

There are reports of people being spiked via injection at pubs and nightclubs across Scotland.
Author: Chloe ShawPublished 20th Oct 2021
Last updated 20th Oct 2021

Reports of people being spiked via injection at pubs and nightclubs across Scotland are not believed to be linked, say Police Scotland.

It follows a number of reports of incidents across the country, including in the Glasgow, Edinburgh and Dundee areas.

There have also been further reports of people being spiked by injection in Stirling and Aberdeen.

Officers say that reports of spiking incidents are being investigated, and victims or anyone who believes they may have been affected

Police say: "We are aware of posts circulating on social media about spiking incidents involving injections in Scotland.

"Officers are carrying out enquiries, and a small number of reports from the Edinburgh, Dundee and Glasgow areas are being investigated.

"These do not appear to be linked.

They added: "We take all reports seriously and we would encourage anyone who believes they have been a victim of spiking in any form to contact Police via 101.”

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