Last Updated on 20th September 2020

Police have reported that there is a batch of highly dangerous, contaminated wholesale synthetic cannabis being sold in North Wales.

The drug, known as ‘Mamba’ or ‘Spice’, has been causing “serious medical episodes” to users. Police currently believe the inferior product is circulating in the Wrexham area.

“We advise in the strongest terms that anyone in possession of this substance should not take it,” said Superintendent Nick Evans of the North Wales Police.

“We advise all dependent drug users to get support from local drug services and urge anyone feeling unwell having taken this substance to seek urgent medical assistance.”

Users of the contaminated drugs have reported difficulty breathing, dizziness and collapse. Heart attacks, seizures, renal injuries, and skin conditions have also been reported.

There are reports, too, that users have had psychological issues. With some reporting an onset of anxiety, depression, nonsensical speech patterns, and suicidal thoughts.