Spiking Awareness
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Dear Resident, As part of our October Women's Safety Sessions, Kenton East policing Team will be raising awareness about spiking – what it is, how it is changing, the warning signs to look out for, and what to do if you think you or someone else has been spiked.
WHAT IS SPIKING? Spiking is when someone gives another person alcohol or drugs without their knowledge or consent. It can involve a drink, food, vape/e-cigarette or other methods.
Spiking is a crime and SPIKING IS CHANGING The Metropolitan Police has warned that offenders are increasingly using a wider range of substances. These can include: 💊 Everyday medicines including some antihistamines and travel-sickness medicines that can cause drowsiness, confusion, memory loss and reduced awareness. Vapes - We are seeing increased reports of substances being added to vaping devices or liquids without the person's knowledge. Private settings – spiking isn't limited to bars and nightclubs. Police are also investigating incidents linked to house parties, pre-drinks and student accommodation. In the past year:
➡️ The Met secured 131 positive outcomes for spiking-related offences.
➡️ This was a 20% increase compared with the previous reporting period.
➡️ More than half of reported victims were aged 18–35.
👀 KNOW THE WARNING SIGNS Feel unusually dizzy, confused or drowsy Feel much more intoxicated than expected Have difficulty speaking, concentrating or controlling their body Feel sick or become unwell Experience memory loss or blackouts
🚨 THINK SOMEONE HAS BEEN SPIKED?
1️⃣ GET HELP Tell venue staff, security, a trusted person or police.
2️⃣ STAY TOGETHER Stay with the person and help them get somewhere safe.
3️⃣ MEDICAL EMERGENCY? If they are seriously unwell, injured or in immediate danger, call 999.
4️⃣ REPORT IT QUICKLY Some substances can leave the body within 12 hours or even sooner, so reporting promptly can help police secure forensic evidence. You can report spiking online Report spiking or call 101. If an offence is happening now or has just happened, call 999
Spiking can happen to anyone, anywhere. If you feel unsafe, something doesn't feel right, or you're worried about a friend: Trust your instincts. Stay together. Get help. Report it.
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