Police warn of surge in opioid overdoses across St. Catharines

Niagara police are warning the public about a surge in opioid overdoses across St. Catharines.

In a post on ‘X’, police say they have responded to a notable increase of suspected fatal and non-fatal drug overdoses.

The warning comes with a reminder that street drugs are illegal and may contain other substances.

Police say users may not know everything they are ingesting until it’s too late. and it could potentially be life-threatening.

Anyone in need of help or people concerned about someone can reach out to Community Addiction Services of Niagara.

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