Facing Fentanyl

8400 Louisiana Street,Merrillville IN 46410

16 November, 2022

Description

Synthetic drugs are chemical compounds produced in a laboratory. They can be produced commercially by drug manufacturers for valid medical purposes and are diverted from legal channels or produced illegally in clandestine laboratories for illicit markets worldwide. When produced clandestinely, synthetic drugs aim to mimic or even enhance the effects of natural illicit drugs, such as marijuana. According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, many synthetic drugs originate overseas. They were first reported in the U.S. in December 2008, when a shipment of “Spice” was seized and analyzed in Dayton, Ohio. Synthetic drugs can be addictive and pose a serious threat on the health of everyday individuals. Nevertheless, it is difficult for regulatory agencies to control or monitor synthetic drugs. Manufacturers often slightly modify the molecular structures of illegal or controlled substances to circumvent existing drug laws or labeled “not for human consumption” to mask their intended purpose and avoid Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulatory oversight of the manufacturing process. Come join the discussion! The time is now to educate yourself around the dangers of Synthetic Drugs. Our presenter, Alfred “Chip” Cooke is the Assistant Special Agent in Charge of the DEA Merrillville, Indiana District Office in the Chicago Field Division. He oversees DEA operations across Northern Indiana. Mr. Cooke arrived at DEA Merrillville in 2021 having previously served at DEA Headquarters in Arlington, Virginia. SAFE will be providing 1.5 CEUs for this event and lunch will be provided. If you have any dietary restrictions, please contact Anjelica Mendoza at [email protected] by Friday 11th.