Overview

• A public health alert was issued on May 29 after authorities identified a potentially harmful batch of heroin in Hartlepool.
• Several individuals required medical treatment after using the suspected batch, exhibiting unexpected or severe side effects.
• Cleveland Police are collaborating with public health colleagues and partner agencies to investigate and trace the source of the drugs.
• A 41-year-old woman was arrested on May 30 on suspicion of being involved in the supply of a Class A drug.
• Authorities are urging anyone with relevant information to contact Cleveland Police on 101 or to provide tips anonymously via Crimestoppers.