Yahoo News Six people discharged from hospital after 'contaminated' drug saw man die
Six out of seven people hospitalised following an incident involving a batch of “potentially contaminated” drugs have been released from hospital.
Cleveland Police have confirmed they are investigating the death of the man, who is believed to have taken Zopiclone - a drug used to alleviate insomnia and other sleeping problems.
Seven others believed to be suffering the effects of the drug were taken to North Tees General Hospital last night (Friday, June 27) – with six having now been discharged.
One remains in hospital receiving treatment for “unrelated matters.”
A Cleveland Police spokesperson said: “On Friday 28 June police received reports of several adults having been taken to North Tees General Hospital for treatment from what we believe to be adverse effects following the consumption of a drug namely Zopiclone.
“We can confirm six people have been discharged from hospital with one person remaining for treatment for unrelated matters.
“Officers continue to investigate the death of one man on Friday 26 June where the cause of death is yet to be determined.
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“Police will continue to engage with the community in and around the local area following the recent incidents.
“Enquiries are in the early stages as we aim to establish the full circumstances of what has occurred, we urge anyone who has information to call Cleveland Police quoting reference number 122076.
“If members of the public have concerns or side effects relating to the drug they are encouraged to visit the websites Talk to Frank What to do in an emergency | FRANK (talktofrank.com) and NHS About zopiclone - NHS (www.nhs.uk)”
