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15
Mar 2023
Laughing gas discovery fuels fears for young people in Harrogate district
A dog walker has expressed concern after discovering 10 canisters of laughing gas dumped by the side of the road.
John Chadwick stumbled across the canisters on the rural Gravelly Hill Lane in Huby.
Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, is the second most-used drug among UK 16- to 24-year-olds. It can induce euphoria and relaxation, as well as hallucinations.
The drug can lead to various health problems but is not currently illegal to possess. However, selling it to children is prohibited.
Mr Chadwick said this was the first time he'd seen the canisters and it "highlights what I believe is becoming an increasing health and behavioural issue predominately amongst younger people".
He added:
The canisters were dumped by the side of a rural lane.
A North Yorkshire Police spokesman said:
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