Blackpool Police issue warning after reports of 'high purity ecstasy' in resort
It's after two men in the area were taken to hospital after suspected drug use
Blackpool Police are issuing a warning to drug users in the town following reports there may be a batch of high purity ecstasy in the resort.
Police said they've received reports of individuals becoming unwell after apparently taking a drug containing a high level of MDMA.
Insp Abi Finch-Hall, of Blackpool Police, said: “We are issuing this warning to people after two men were taken ill in the Blackpool area last night (July 24th) in separate incidents where we suspect drugs may have been consumed. Both were admitted to hospital where one still remains receiving treatment.
"We are unable to confirm exactly what drugs the males may have taken at this stage but they are thought to contain a high level of MDMA. We would urge anyone who may have purchased drugs over the weekend to dispose of them accordingly and not to consume them.
“Our advice would be for users to seek immediate medical attention if they notice any different symptoms or start to feel unwell.
“There is no safe way of taking drugs, and no way of knowing exactly what you are putting into your body and whether it is safe.”
Lancashire Constabulary urge people who have information about illegal drug related activity to come forward and contact them on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
For information about the dangers of taking drugs and their effects, please visit Talk to Frank at www.talktofrank.com.