Toxic drug deaths continue to rise in Prince George

PRINCE GEORGE — The number of illicit drug deaths continues to rise in Prince George. In October, four people died as a result of toxic drugs and this is part of a far larger trend province wide.

Prince George is on track to set a record this year in the number of deaths caused by illicit drugs. So far, 60 people in our community have died as a result of toxic drugs this year.

The introduction of more dangerous and lethal drugs in the system creates a higher risk for drug users, but also makes it harder for first responders to treat an overdose.