Meth Overdose

Former Co-op Bank Chairman Paul Flowers Charged With Drug Possession

Former Co-op Bank Chairman Paul Flowers Charged With Drug Possession
Mr. Flowers in a BBC interview last month acknowledged he has used drugs and said he underwent addiction treatment late last year. He declined to say if he had used drugs while serving as Co-op Bank chairman, citing the police… Continue reading

Methamphetamine overdose leads to recovery of a stolen gun and arrest

Methamphetamine overdose leads to recovery of a stolen gun and arrest
A 35-year old Friendswood man accidentally overdosed on methamphetamine at his home in the 16800 block of Hibiscus Lane on April 10. When officers arrived at the home at 5:23 p.m. they found methamphetamine in plain view near the… Continue reading

Edmond overdose victim recalls the day she died

Edmond overdose victim recalls the day she died
EDMOND — Sara Mach struggles to talk about the morning she overdosed and died, not because the topic is too emotional, but because of the damage inflicted from her brief encounter with death. Because of the overdose, Mach lost most of her… Continue reading

OPINION: Paramedics fear the worst as crystal meth tightens grip on

OPINION: Paramedics fear the worst as crystal meth tightens grip on
Paramedics called to clean up the mess tell me crystal meth creates a false sense of wellbeing, pushing the body faster and further than it is meant to go. As the effects wear off, users experience a severe… Continue reading

Jason Davis: Sadly, drug problem is not going away

Jason Davis: Sadly, drug problem is not going away
Every day in the arrest reports we see name after name of citizens now involved in the criminal justice system because of some such issue — busted for DUI, possession of marijuana, meth or another drug or for selling the illicit… Continue reading

Warner: Detective training is an invaluable asset

Warner: Detective training is an invaluable asset
Campaign finance reports are not required to be filed until April 25, but Warner recognizes what appears to be a considerable fundraising advantage by his opponent, Donnie Barrera, based on yard signs, vehicles emblazoned with Barrera's name and … He … Read more… Continue reading