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May 2023
Police warning amid increase in reports of empty laughing gas canisters
Police have issued a warning after an increase in reports of empty canisters of nitrous oxide being found.
North Yorkshire Police said empty canisters had been found in areas where young people congregate.
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.
Amid the increase in reports, the force has urged parents to “be viligant” for signs that their children are purchasing it.
In a statement, police said:
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The warning comes after residents in Huby raised concern over canisters of laughing gas being dumped by the side of the road.
In March, John Chadwick, a resident in the village, found 10 canisters left at the side of rural Gravelly Hill Lane.
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”.
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