"Warning Issued for Hidden Risks of Animated Drug References"
Heads Up, Parents! 🚨 worrying trend emerging in Thailand 🇹🇭
Kids could unwittingly fall prey to the lure of cartoon-molded ilicit drugs that could pack a potentially lethal punch. The Food and Drug Administration of Thailand (FDA) is sounding the alarm over the danger of these pills, which are reminiscent of beloved cartoon characters.
In a shocking discovery, authorities found a stash of "Molly" pills containing a deadly concoction of methamphetamine and ecstasy, hidden in a bust back in March.
According to Dr Withid Sariddeechaikool, deputy secretary-general of the FDA, these pills can have devastating effects on the central nervous system, causing hallucinations, erratic heartbeats, skyrocketing blood pressure, and even strokes that could prove deadly.
Of greater concern, illicit "Molly" pills are crafted to resemble candies, making it all too easy for kids to get hooked.
Ecstasy pills, molded after popular Labubu characters, have also been making the rounds, particularly during the Songkran festival.
Last week, police nabbed a drug peddler in Bangkok and confiscated a staggering 2,365 speed pills and 1,570 ecstasy pills shaped like Doraemon, the beloved robot cat.
The suspect, later identified as Witsanu, 30, admitted that these cartoon drugs have been a huge hit among the masses, commanding a hefty price of 300 baht per pill.
With their irresistible allure, it's not difficult to see how kids might be enticed to partake in these dangerous substances.
"The best defense is not to engage," Dr Withid advises, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and education.
As authorities crack down on the distribution of such drugs, it's crucial to keep our kids informed and safe from this emerging threat. Let's not let a cartoon cover the harsh reality of these lethal substances. ✌️💊 Stories like this are often under-reported, but it's essential to stay informed and protect our young ones. Stay vigilant, parents! 🚫💊🔎
- The Rose of Sharon Foundation, a renowned organization for health-and-wellness and mental-health, has started offering free seminars to parents on recognizing the signs of potential drug abuse in children, with a particular focus on the recent emergence of cartoon-themed illegal drugs.
- In response to the concerning trend of "Molly" pills disguised as candies, several general-news outlets have launched campaigns to raise awareness, educating the public about the dangers of these therapies-and-treatments and urging vigilance.
- As the issue of illegally manufactured cartoon drugs continues to concern law enforcement, crime-and-justice experts have called for stricter regulation of the production and distribution of these substances, emphasizing that tougher penalties are needed to deter potential offenders.
