Youngsters who took drugs treated at hospital

Three teenagers were treated at Macclesfield District General hospital after taking what is believed to be an illegal substance at an under 18 event in the town.

Following a 999 call from Ronnie’s Bar, a 14-year old boy and a 14-year old girl were taken to hospital but were discharged following treatment. A 14-year old girl remains in hospital but is understood to be improving.

Police and paramedics were told the trio had taken ‘Nintendos’ and police seized a number of bright-coloured pills at the scene.

Owner Ronnie Rees said: “My staff came across the three kids who seemed to be having a strange reaction to whatever they had taken.

“It was like they were having fits or seizures. Their heads were rolling around. They were conscious, but they weren’t with us.

“We search everyone and do what we can to prevent drugs from getting onto the premises. Unfortunately there are people who either think they are cool or are part of some bigger criminal element that want to pedal this filth to children.”

Nintendos are an ecstasy-style drug containing a strong dose of MDMA. The potent drug is branded with a Nintendo video game logo and first became popular on the European nightclub scene.

Sergeant Adam Alexander, Macclesfield CID, said: “We understand that this has been a shocking incident to both the teenagers involved and their families. We continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding what happened and our enquiries into this incident remain ongoing. Anyone with information can pass it on to Macclesfield Police.”
Two boys, aged 16 and 17, from Sale, were arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply and have since been released on police bail pending further enquiries.
The investigation continues and anyone who may have information in relation to the case should call the police on 101 quoting incident 903 of 15/11/2014, or anonymously to Crimestoppers 0800 555 111.

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