DANGERS OF DRINK SPIKING AND HOW TO STAY SAFE

Drink spiking occurs when alcohol or other drugs are intentionally added to someone’s drink without their knowledge or consent and can happen anywhere, including pubs, clubs, parties, festivals and in someone’s home

This can include adding alcohol to a non-alcoholic drink;  extra alcohol into an alcoholic drink or prescription or illegal drugs into an alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink. The substance added are often colourless and odourless, making it difficult to see, smell or taste

Symptoms of drink spiking include:

• Feeling sick, sleepy, dizzy or faint
• Feeling drunk when you have only had a small amount of alcohol
• Passing out
• Memory loss
• Difficulty walking, controlling body or talking
• Blackouts, which can be for extended periods of many hours

If you think drink spiking has occurred  ask someone you trust to get you to a safe place; let staff know you think your drink has been spiked and report it to the Police straight away.

STAY SAFE BY :

• Keeping your drink with you at all times and do not leave it unattended
• Using glass protectors to keep your drink covered
• Avoiding sharing drinks with others
• Buying or pouring your own drinks
• If someone offers to buy you a drink go to the bar and watch the bartender pour the drink
• If you think your drink tastes strange do not drink it
• Be vigilant – keep an eye on your friends’ drinks too
• Stay with your friends in case they need help

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