Fentanyl
With the proliferation of fentanyl-laced pills masquerading as prescription drugs, just one pill might be one too many
Retired DEA agent and expert guests explore drug production, trafficking, and the role of law enforcement and harm reduction to combat the flow of fentanyl into our communities
Communities far from the border are confronting complex criminal issues spawned by the unbridled flood of illegal migrants
Axel Giovany Casseus, 21, was arrested after selling cocaine to an undercover detective
We face complex public safety challenges, but law enforcement has proven solutions to meet them
Drug overdoses now surpass deaths from car crashes, guns, and flu and pneumonia
The MobileDetect Fentanyl Test Strips can detect “nanogram trace amounts” of fentanyl in packaging, in pills and on surfaces
Deputies sprang into action to save the 1-year-old girl
1,900 Idahoans died of overdose-related deaths in the first year of the pandemic, compared to 264 deaths in 2019
Lab analyses showed two of every five fake pills containing fentanyl contained a potentially lethal dose of the drug
Federal Resources develops a progressive and comprehensive training program for first responders, schools, families, and communities to reduce opioid use, overdoses, deaths, and the stigma surrounding seeking help to save lives
The digital age presents challenges for investigators when it comes to keeping up with dealers
Dr. John Williams discusses the hazards of fentanyl and how officers can minimize risks
Improve accuracy, sample integrity and officer safety using advanced drug detection kits
Researchers warn that misinformation about unintentional fentanyl exposure can have negative consequences for responders and opioid overdose patients
The portable TruNarc device provides on-the-spot analysis of unknown substances that can provide definitive identification without requiring officers to handle dangerous drugs
Check out current recommendations and resources for preventing exposure to fentanyl and other dangerous drugs
Protect yourself with common-sense precautions, portable detection tools and a little know-how
Take steps to defend personnel against exposure and infection on the job in order to avoid expensive lost time and medical costs
Download this Police1 fentanyl protection and detection products buying guide to learn key steps for product selection, purchasing and implementation
Being able to test for drugs at the scene of an arrest allows officers to protect themselves and spot the guilty while saving time and money on lab tests
The officer held his breath and pulled the suspect and other LEOs in the room outside for fresh air, which probably saved lives
Two LEOs and a K-9 were given Narcan after being exposed to what was believed to be fentanyl while searching a vehicle
Don’t unknowingly harbor the germs and other threats suspects might leave in your squad
Follow these steps to limit your exposure risk and improve your safety
The officer was found unresponsive in his patrol vehicle after handling the unknown substance
The drug was found hidden in a compartment under the rear floor of a tractor-trailer after an inspection
As police agencies rethink LE’s role in the opioid epidemic, it’s important to be prepared to navigate pushback both internally and within the community
While Narcan is an immediate, lifesaving fix for someone suffering from an overdose, it doesn’t solve the problem of addiction
Funding is available for trace detection machines, Narcan kits and data-sharing technology to document problems in your jurisdiction
Training, PPE and scene assessment will minimize the risk of opioid exposure to law enforcement and other first responders
Multidisciplinary partnerships are using the intelligence available to help understand the scope of the problem
Responding to the opioid crisis requires a multi-agency approach, using data to drive initiatives between partners
