Police have seized thousands of suspected illegal vapes in Bolton after a number of 'concerning' medical incidents at a local school, which are believed to be linked to the use of illegal vapes.
Officers collected £20,000 worth of the vapes as part of a 'planned response' to the three medical incidents at a school in the borough. Those involved have made full recoveries.
They are now warning of the potential side effects of using the vapes, and say they are working hard to ensure the incidents are not replicated in Bolton or elsewhere.
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Sergeant Jodie Ireland, from the Bolton Neighbourhood Prevention Hub, said: “The details of these incidents came into us via the School Engagement Officer, who was able to take a small quantity of vapes found on the premises for testing at police headquarters.
“As well as liaising with Licensing and Trading Standards to plan days of action, we are working with specialist colleagues to develop an input which can be delivered to young people to raise their awareness of illegal vapes and the potential side effects of using them.”
Bolton Commander Chief Superintendent Steph Parker said: “The incidents at the school are concerning but we are working hard with colleagues and partners, including school staff and the council, to try to ensure these incidents aren’t replicated in Bolton or elsewhere.
“Health colleagues have already issued a warning in relation to illegal vapes which may produce a highly toxic gas but our conjoined efforts to keep people safe don’t stop there and this day of action and these seizures are just one example of ongoing hard work.
If you have used a THC or cannabis oil vape, monitor yourself for symptoms including a cough, shortness of breath, chest pain and promptly seek medical attention if you have concerns about your health using 111 Online or dialling 999 in an emergency.
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