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‘Pink cocaine,’ the designer drug tied to Liam Payne’s death, isn’t what it sounds like

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'Pink cocaine,' the designer drug tied to Liam Payne's death, isn't what it sounds like

As a concerned parent and someone who has witnessed the devastating impact of drug abuse in my community, I find the rise of “pink cocaine” to be alarming and distressing. The fact that this substance, which is rarely what it claims to be, is causing harm and even death among young people like Liam Payne is heartbreaking.

Known as “Pink Cocaine,” this substance has been mentioned in Diddy’s lawsuit and is suspected to have played a role in the death of former One Direction member Liam Payne. However, it’s often the ingredients of this lethal party concoction that remain hidden from public knowledge, making it a high-profile designer drug.

It’s thought that Payne had taken pink cocaine and other drugs before tragically falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on the previous Wednesday.

Bridget Brennan, New York City’s special narcotics prosecutor, stated on Tuesday that it (the substance) could be combined with anything, as reported by CBS News. However, its distinctive combination typically involves ketamine, methamphetamine, and ecstasy – substances which were detected in Payne’s system upon his passing last week, according to a preliminary toxicology report.

Although the name might lead you to believe otherwise, pink cocaine isn’t typically laced with cocaine itself. Instead, it’s the large amount of ketamine, a powerful anesthetic that has seen a significant rise in both legitimate use as a prescription drug and misuse, that produces its disorienting and hallucinogenic effects.

I’ve come across an intriguing substance that can cause an extraordinary state of detachment, often referred to as a ‘k-hole’. In this state, individuals may find themselves in a void, disconnected from their physical and mental selves, with a sense of confusion about their surroundings. This is why it has unfortunately been linked to instances of date rape due to its ability to induce such profound alterations in consciousness.

Recently, federal officials have cautioned about the increasing use of this substance in New York’s nightlife spots, following an investigation resulting in the apprehension of a drug and weapons dealer. This operation uncovered just how far such individuals will go to evade detection.

The pink substance referred to as cocaine originated from Colombia and is commonly known as “tusi,” which is a pronunciation of “2C-B” – a psychedelic drug developed by Alexander Shulgin in the 1970s. Although tusi doesn’t typically contain drugs from the 2C series, it shares similar psychoactive properties as reported by The New York Times.

Typically found in pill form and recognizable for its vibrant pink color, added to make it more appealing, pink cocaine is cheap to make but pricey to buy. A gram can cost $20 to $100, DEA Special Agent Frank Tarentino told CBS News.

I’m worried that, given the high cost of imported premixed pink cocaine from South America, local traffickers could potentially create their own batches by combining affordable ketamine and MDMA sourced internationally via postal services. This concern was highlighted in a report by The Washington Post.

As a concerned moviegoer, I can’t help but share my apprehensions about the latest trend hitting the streets – the potential emergence of pink cocaine laced with fentanyl. This dangerous blend could lead to unforeseen overdoses and tragic outcomes. In fact, a task force in California has already confiscated 4.4 pounds of this ominous pink powder, which reportedly contains ketamine and despropionyl fentanyl, a precursor to the potent opioid, fentanyl. This chilling revelation underscores the urgent need for vigilance in our ongoing fight against the drug menace.

In simpler terms, Dr. Joseph J. Palamar, an epidemiologist from New York University’s Grossman School of Medicine, expressed concern to The Post that fentanyl contaminating cough syrups might lead to a tragic situation.

After all, even a minuscule amount of that drug can be lethal, Tarentino told ABC News in August.

According to Tarantino, they’re adding fentanyl to enhance addiction, expand their clientele, and attract repeat customers. Essentially, it’s a strategy that encourages more people to purchase their product, which is a worrying issue for every parent.

Particularly noteworthy is the fact that, according to a report by the Los Angeles Times in June, purchasing fentanyl has become remarkably simple, even on platforms like Craigslist.

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2024-10-23 03:01

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