Officer exposed to fentanyl: Cobourg Police
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Cobourg Police say an officer was allegedly exposed to fentanyl during an arrest Sunday.
During the arrest at approximately 8 p.m., one officer began exhibiting symptoms consistent with opioid exposure.
A second officer on scene immediately administered naloxone, and the officer was transported to the hospital for treatment.
“This incident is a stark reminder of the unpredictable dangers our officers face daily. Thanks to the quick actions of our team, a potentially life-threatening situation was averted. We are grateful for the emergency service partners and the Northumberland Hills Hospital staff,” said Chief Paul VandeGraaf. “This poison that is on our streets knows no bounds. We will continue to ensure EVERY person in possession of any amount of a controlled substance is charged and put before the courts when able. Furthermore, our officers are working tirelessly to disrupt the flow of illicit substances and hold dealers accountable for spreading this throughout our community. I challenge the court system to hold offenders accountable at every stage of the process. Strict bail hearing processes, combined with community-centric and stringent conditions, demonstrate this commitment to keeping our community safe. The safety of our residents and frontline personnel continues to be our top priority.”
The officer has been released from hospital and is expected to make a full recovery.
A woman is being held in custody, charged with drug possession and other crimes.
