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Grimsby Drug Overdose Spate: One Dead, Six Ill
10 Feb
Summary
- One person died following suspected drug overdoses in Grimsby.
- Six other individuals have fallen ill due to the incidents.
- Police are investigating a potential link to contaminated drug batches.

A cluster of suspected drug overdoses in Grimsby has resulted in a fatality and left six other individuals unwell. The concerning incidents reportedly took place between Friday, February 6, and Tuesday, February 10.
Humberside Police are actively investigating the full circumstances surrounding these events. Detective Inspector Tom Kelly stated that officers are exploring the possibility that contaminated batches of drugs could be the cause.
The force has appealed for any information from the public that could assist their investigation. They are collaborating with the local authority, drugs and alcohol treatment services, and the hospital trust to ensure appropriate support is provided to everyone impacted by this serious situation.




