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Vape Crackdown: Thousands Fined, Etomidate Abuse Surges
22 Dec
Summary
- Over 2,700 individuals fined for vape offenses between September and November.
- 257 caught with etomidate-laced vapes, some facing jail or rehab.
- Authorities seized over 26,000 vapes and components at entry points.
In a recent joint operation, Singaporean authorities have intensified their crackdown on illegal vaping activities. Between September and November, over 2,700 individuals were fined for general vape offenses. A significant concern arose from 257 people found in possession of vapes containing etomidate, a substance with serious health implications.
These etomidate offenders faced various consequences, including placement in rehabilitation programs, repatriation for foreigners, and jail time for unrelated offenses. Three individuals were charged for missing rehabilitation appointments, facing potential two-year jail sentences. Etomidate offenders risk fines up to $10,000 or two years imprisonment, while general vape offenders face fines up to $2,000.
The Health Sciences Authority also intercepted 46 individuals smuggling vapes at entry points, seizing 26,000 items. Online, over 830 vape-related listings were removed, and social media users promoting vaping faced action. The government offers free support through the QuitVape and I Quit programs for those seeking to quit.
