Lethbridge police issue warning about suspected fentanyl resembling candy bear – Lethbridge | 24CA News
Lethbridge, Alta., residents are being suggested to be aware of their environment after suspected fentanyl, formed to appear to be a sweet bear, was present in Galt Gardens.
“Disguising fentanyl to look like a piece of candy is a significant safety concern given the potential it could be mistaken for something less deadly,” stated Sgt. Ryan Darroch with the downtown policing unit.
On June 20, a member of the downtown policing unit positioned an unattended bag on the east facet of the park. Inside was a small amount of suspected fentanyl, colored greenish blue in a bear form that police say could possibly be mistaken for sweet. The container holding the bear additionally included suspected fentanyl items in different colors.
Back of the suspected fentanyl sweet bear.
Handout / Lethbridge Police Service
Given the acute toxicity of fentanyl and the potential for important hurt had a toddler or an unsuspecting grownup positioned the sweet bear, police are warning the general public of its presence.
It is unknown if this bear is an element of a bigger batch of medicine circulating within the metropolis. Police say if something comparable is positioned, you shouldn’t contact it, and will instantly name police.
The use of shiny colors or moulds to create sure shapes is an rising pattern within the illicit manufacturing of fentanyl lately throughout Canada and the U.S., in keeping with police.
“We want the community to be aware this bear was found in a public park so they can take steps to protect themselves,” stated Darroch.
The suspected fentanyl sweet bear might be examined within the RCMP lab, and the outcomes might be launched within the coming weeks.
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