Tag: overdose
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Anderson Woman Arrested for Drug Dealing Resulting in Death
An Anderson woman, Jamie Frances Pisano, 47, has been arrested on serious charges following a fatal drug overdose incident in Pendleton, Indiana. According to court documents, Pisano faces charges including: The charges stem from an incident on Sept. 18, 2023, when law enforcement responded to a double overdose report at the 200 block of Tamara…
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Overdose Deaths Decline Across U.S.
SAN JOSE, Calif. – Recent data from the Center for Disease Control reveals a slight decrease in overdose deaths nationwide, marking a hopeful trend in the ongoing battle against the drug epidemic. Declining Trends The CDC estimates a 3% decrease in overdose deaths from 2022 to 2023, offering a glimmer of optimism amid decades of…
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Fatal Shooting in Northeast Portland
Portland, Ore. – A tragic incident unfolded in northeast Portland early Sunday morning, resulting in the death of a man. According to the Portland Police Bureau, the victim, identified as 45-year-old Bruce O. Glass, was shot and killed in the 300 block of Northeast Weidler Street, near a 7-Eleven, just after 4 a.m. Details of…
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Muncie Man Arrested in Connection with 18-Year-Old Woman’s Death
Diego Sanchez – April 18, 2024 Arrest and Charges Teagon Thatcher, a 23-year-old resident of Muncie, Indiana, has been apprehended in connection with the death of an 18-year-old woman. Thatcher faces charges of dealing resulting in death, classified as a Level 1 felony under Indiana law. Circumstances Surrounding the Incident The incident dates back to…
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Murder Charges Filed in Toddler’s Fentanyl Death
San Jose, California – Murder charges have been filed against two alleged drug dealers in connection with the fentanyl overdose death of 18-month-old Winter Doe, marking a first-of-its-kind criminal case in the South Bay. Allegations Against Defendants The Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office announced on Wednesday that Phillip Ortega, 31, of Gilroy, and Paige…
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Arrest Made in Connection to Teen’s Fentanyl Overdose Death
LEANDER, Texas – A man has been arrested in connection to the fentanyl-related death of a 16-year-old, according to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office. Arrest and Charges Kreli Haynes was apprehended by US Marshals and the Cedar Park Police Department on a murder warrant issued by the sheriff’s office. The warrant stemmed from an incident…
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Man Charged with Murder in Williamson County Over Fentanyl Overdose
A man has been charged with murder in Williamson County, Texas, following a deadly fentanyl overdose incident, indicating the severity of the opioid crisis in the region. Arrest and Charges Kreli Haynes was apprehended by U.S. Marshals and the Cedar Park Police Department based on a warrant issued by the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office. The…
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Opvee Nasal Spray: Concerns Raised Over Opioid Overdose Reversal Efficacy
In recent years, Opvee has emerged as a novel nasal spray for reversing opioid overdoses, securing approval in 2023. Positioned as a faster and longer-lasting alternative to Narcan, Opvee’s distinctive feature is its impressive six-hour duration, overshadowing Narcan’s one-hour effectiveness. Similar Mechanism, Different Focus Opvee operates similarly to Narcan by blocking opioid receptors, offering a…
