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A Vernal resident calls police saying his neighbor is having a drug overdose. When police arrive, everyone is okay.
By Travis Uresk 6-14-25 | Vernal, Ut. | June 13th, 2025 | At around 2 am, Uintah County Deputies responded to a residence on a report of a drug overdose. The caller reported that his neighbors have a history of overdosing, and he believed someone was currently overdosing. Upon arrival, the deputies made contact with the homeowner and found no evidence of an overdose. Several juveniles were present in the home, but all were confirmed to be okay. Deputy Roth then spoke with the
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Jun 14, 20252 min read


A female is life-flighted to a Provo hospital, and a Fruitland man is arrested for selling prescription drugs
by Travis Uresk 5-5-25 | Fruitland, Ut. | May 2nd, 2025 | On March 29, 2025, Deputies with the Duchesne County Sheriff's Office responded to a residence in Fruitland, Utah, for a medical episode involving a female victim. When first responders arrived, the female was found unresponsive, and CPR was immediately started. A short time later, EMS arrived and transported the female to Heber Valley Hospital, where she was later life flighted to the Utah Valley Regional Medical Cent
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May 5, 20253 min read


The Street Drug Called ‘Tranq Dope’ Or ‘Zombie Drug’ Is Compounding The Overdose Crisis In America
By Travis Uresk 8/30/24 In February 2023, Sky News reported from Philadelphia and found a new street drug called "Tranq Dope" or the...
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Aug 30, 20244 min read


A Duchesne Man Is Lucky To Be Alive After Being Administered Naloxone
By Travis Uresk 4/25/24 | Duchesne, Ut. | April 20th, 2024 | Deputy Clyde responded to 350 E Main St in Duchesne City of a report of a...
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Apr 25, 20242 min read
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