When is a plot not a plot? Aug 27, 2008
The driver, a 28-year-old , had a suspended license, a criminal record and four grams of methamphetamine in his pocket ... "The reported threats, hateful and bigoted though they were, involved a group of 'meth heads,' methamphetamine users, all of whom were impaired at the time, and cannot be independently corroborated," Eid. (Salon)
Autopsy of dancer shot by police released Aug 27, 2008
Steven Paul Hirschfield, a 37-year-old dancer and body builder from West Hollywood, had traces of methamphetamine, ketamine and doxylamine an antihistamine ingredient in NyQuil the night he died, according to the report by the Medical Examiner's Office. Hirschfield had been aboard the Inspiration, a charter vessel, on July 20 when he jumped overboard about 11 p.m. shortly after the cruise started in the San Diego Harbor, officials said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Nation: Fed official: Colo. men no true threat to Obama Aug 27, 2008
DENVER A group of suspected drug users arrested in Denver this weekend with methamphetamine, guns and bulletproof vests made racist threats against Barack Obama but posed no true danger to the presidential candidate as he accepts the Democratic nomination here this week, federal authorities said Tuesday. The three men all said to be high on methamphetamine when arrested are the subject of an assassination investigation, but so far, authorities say, it appears they had no capacity to carry out... (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Wayward son wanders onto Devil's Slide Aug 26, 2008
Severo Maya-Mendez was arrested for public intoxication and subsequently a small bag of methamphetamine was found in his right sock. He was charged with a felony drug violation. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Airborne vehicle strikes parked car in Southampton Township Aug 26, 2008
In arrest papers, police say McLaughlin told them he was under the influence of PCP and methamphetamine at the time of the crash ... A urine sample later tested positive for marijuana and methamphetamine, police report. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
TV: Plot to Kill Obama: Shoot From High Vantage Point... Aug 26, 2008
Sources told CBS4 police found two high-powered, scoped rifles in the car along with camouflage clothing, walkie-talkies, wigs, a bulletproof vest, a spotting scope, licenses in the names of other people and 44 grams of methamphetamine. One of the rifles is listed as stolen from Kansas. (The Drudge Report)
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Although anhydrous ammonia is a key ingredient in the manufacturing of methamphetamine Roberson said, "We were never told what they were going to use the ammonia for". While interviewing Clark, he reportedly admitted to breaking into Saint-Jean and implicated Stormont, 42. (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)
Male Dancer Shot By Cops Had Drugs In System Aug 26, 2008
According to the final toxicology report, examiners "detected the presence of methamphetamine, doxylamine, and trace ketamine in his blood." No trace of alcohol was found, the report said. His cause of death was listed as a gunshot wound to the chest. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Letters to the editor (Aug. 22) Aug 26, 2008
They just want to put a few milligrams of methamphetamine in their veins. At the same time, we re seeing letters that call for oil drilling in our oceans and in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Evangelist gay sex allegation causes Republican headache Aug 26, 2008
Mr Jones also said Mr Haggard snorted the drug methamphetamine before their sexual encounters, to heighten his experience. Mr Jones, who says he is gay, told the Associated Press he decided to go public because he was upset when he discovered Mr Haggard and the New Life church had publicly opposed same-sex marriage. (Yahoo News -- Church-State Issues)
Gunshots lead police to suspects; four face drug charges Aug 26, 2008
Officers found methamphetamine, marijuana and psychedelic mushrooms inside the apartment, plus a handgun believed used in the earlier shooting, according to Onalaska police Chief Tim Hauser ... Vang faces charges of first-degree reckless endangerment while armed for reportedly firing the gun and possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver ... faces charges of delivery of methamphetamine, THC and mushrooms. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
GPS use merits judicial review Aug 26, 2008
Authorities got a warrant and a methamphetamine lab was uncovered. The use of the beeper was challenged, but the high court held in that case that while the suspect had an expectation of privacy in his cabin, that did not apply to the observation of the car on public highways or the barrel of chloroform stored outside the cabin. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Meth lab busted in Mason Twp. Aug 26, 2008
Upon entering the home, detectives located numerous components associated with the production of methamphetamine ... Both individuals were arrested and lodged at the Cass County Jail for numerous methamphetamine related charges. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Is McCain's history with Indians a mixed blessing? Aug 26, 2008
The campaign has a long list of McCain's accomplishments for Indian country, including his sponsorship of the Tribal Self-Governance Act of 1994, which aimed for more self-sufficient tribal government; legislation to address methamphetamine use in Indian country; and authorship of the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act. They also cite his work to update the Indian Health Care Improvement Act. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Court case still pending for Garcia Aug 26, 2008
He faces six charges in Linn County Circuit Court: Unlawful use of a weapon, pointing a firearm at another, three counts of menacing, and possession of methamphetamine. His next court date is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. on Sept. 8. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Nation: FBI looks into reports of threat on Obama Aug 26, 2008
He is being investigated for possible methamphetamine and firearms violations, officials said. Two other people were arrested in the case, Aurora police said in a statement. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Mexican Drug Cartel Terror Reaches Alabama Aug 25, 2008
Mexican drug cartels are the dominant distributors of wholesale quantities of cocaine, heroin, methamphetamines and marijuana in the United States. Mexican drug cartels through their surrogate organizations control the lucrative methamphetamine trade, as the arrival of purer Mexican ice methamphetamine has replaced locally produced powder meth, according to the US Department of Justice. (Right Side News)
Addiction Treatment Proves Successful In Animal Weight Loss Study Aug 25, 2008
Vigabatrin is currently undergoing U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved Phase II clinical trials against cocaine and methamphetamine addiction across the U.S. ... the second small clinical trial of vigabatrin showed prolonged abstinence and no visual problems in cocaine and methamphetamine abusers ... Scientists review the actions of methamphetamine and explain the potential. (Science Daily)
Work never ends for DOC officers on patrol Aug 25, 2008
Facial sores are a side-effect of using heroin and methamphetamine, he explains to a reporter. She eventually confesses to shooting heroin Sunday night, then admits with a giggle that he s right, it probably was Monday morning. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Criminals Dumping Weak Dollar for Euro Aug 25, 2008
Methamphetamine production in Canada, meanwhile, has risen to meet expanding international demand with several "super labs" set up for foreign distribution of late. As well, Canada, the Netherlands and Belgium are now the primary source of ecstasy to the world, said the report. (Newsmax)
'Bunny' hops on top Friday Aug 24, 2008
Tressa, one of the many stars of Antervention,' talks about her lengthy battle with methamphetamine. reality show; intervention; A emmy contenders; drug addicts; variety; Interviews with Erick McCormack, Daniel Dae Kim ta Miller, stars of Aw sci-fi thriller, 'The Andromeda Strain. (Variety)
20-year-old fights to get her soul back from heroin Aug 24, 2008
It gave her a kind of high she had never experienced from the other drugs she tried -- marijuana, methamphetamine and. cocaine. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Are Indians A Mixed Blessing For McCain? Aug 24, 2008
The campaign has a long list of McCain's accomplishments for Indian country, including his sponsorship of the Tribal Self-Governance Act of 1994, which aimed for more self-sufficient tribal government; legislation to address methamphetamine use in Indian country; and authorship of the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act. They also cite his work to update the Indian Health Care Improvement Act. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Pekin man nets prison for meth conviction Aug 24, 2008
PEKIN A Pekin man will spend time in the Illinois Department of Corrections for his part in the manufacture of methamphetamine, aggravated battery and unlawful use of a weapon ... In the plea agreement, a second count of possession of methamphetamine was dismissed ... Police executed a search warrant on the apartment on the same day where officers discovered methamphetamine precursors in the night stand near the foot of the bed funnels, acetone, muriatic acid, flasks, bottles of HEET, starter... (Pekin Times, IL)
Animal Study Suggests Similarities Between Addiction, Obesity Aug 24, 2008
Vigabatrin is presently being tested for use in the treatment of cocaine and methamphetamine addiction. The company conducting these Phase II trials, Catalyst Pharmaceutical Partners, Inc. of Coral Gables, Fla. (JoinTogether.org)
ESCONDIDO: 56-year-old woman suspected of dealing drugs Aug 24, 2008
ESCONDIDO ---- A 56-year-old Escondido woman is in jail after police say she was caught with methamphetamine and heroin for sale, authorities said. Police had investigated Nina Freije for several days before arresting her Tuesday, Escondido police Lt. Craig Carter said. (North County Times)
Charles City man faces drug charge Aug 24, 2008
Don't have an account. (older than 14 days). (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Georgia moving on new corrections strategies Aug 24, 2008
The growth of the prison system is driven by mandatory sentences, arguably the most conservative parole board in the nation, and more recently, the scourge of methamphetamine sweeping across our state ... The next expansion of this program will occur at a facility in Northwest Georgia as an alternative to prison for those offenders facing primarily methamphetamine addiction. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Identity thieves target vehicles Aug 24, 2008
"Identity theft and methamphetamine use go hand-in-hand." It is also a crime that can happen "anytime, anywhere," detective John Willow of the Clovis Police Department said. He added that these crimes can happen in waves: Officers catch many of the thieves and cut down on the crime, but a new batch of perpetrators springs up to make it spike again. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Survey: Majority of Arrestees On Drugs Aug 24, 2008
Half of methamphetamine users reported that the drug was becoming harder to find. The study found that cocaine was becoming harder to buy, too. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Meth labs abundant this hunting season Aug 24, 2008
By Judy Keen, USA TODAY Hunters stalking deer and pheasant also are finding methamphetamine labs or their remnants in remote areas this fall ... Methamphetamine is a highly addictive stimulant that can be injected, snorted, smoked or swallowed. (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
Teens' abuse of cough medications soaring Aug 24, 2008
"The Internet has fueled the fire, and the only way to address it is through education,'' said Elizabeth Assey, a spokeswoman for the Consumer Healthcare Products Association, a Washington organization of over-the-counter drugmakers. The organization contends that parent education is crucial. "The key is to encourage parents to be educated about the problem, and to talk to their kids," she said. Assey said the organization favors laws that would prevent the sale of cough medicines to teens, but... (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
Arrestees find meth, cocaine harder to buy Aug 24, 2008
Half of methamphetamine users also reported that they tried to buy the drug in the past 30 days but weren't able to, indicating that meth is becoming more difficult to obtain. Special Agent Eileen Zeidler of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration attributed the decline in part to legislation passed in 2005 that limits the purchase of precursor chemicals needed to make meth. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Shock tactics Aug 23, 2008
And one drug in particular - Methamphetamine. Also known as crystal meth, the stimulant is more addictive than heroin or crack cocaine. (BBC News)
Eufaula man pleads guilty in drug case Aug 23, 2008
He admitted to conspiring to possess with intent to distribute and conspiring to distribute methamphetamine, cocaine and crack cocaine in an area from Fort Smith, Ark. to Oklahoma City. (WREG.com, TN)
Man arrested after high speed chase Aug 23, 2008
According to police, the man possessed two syringes that contained a liquid residue that later tested positive for methamphetamine ... The man was booked into jail for suspicion of attempting to elude police, receiving stolen property, resisting arrest and methamphetamine possession ... Those charges were filed in March 2007 after authorities said they found two pounds of methamphetamine at a home in the 200 block of Meadowlark Lane. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Wayward son wanders onto Devil's Slide Aug 23, 2008
Severo Maya-Mendez was arrested for public intoxication and subsequently a small bag of methamphetamine was found in his right sock. He was charged with a felony drug violation. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
More of this story Aug 23, 2008
Three weapons and one methamphetamine lab were also seized, and 14 cases were cleared by arrest. Charges are pending in six cases. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Local man arrested for drugs Aug 23, 2008
Kaluf was also found to possess a marijuana cigarette and had a smoking device which tested positive for methamphetamine amine on the field test ... Possession of Methamphetamine Any trace of alcohol above. (Demotte Kankakee Valley Post News, IN)
Across the area Aug 23, 2008
A Hephzibah couple and their son are in jail after a raid of their home found them cooking methamphetamine with their 4-year-old grandson inside, police say. Raymond Burbine, 47; Melissa Burbine, 43; and Alexander Burbine, 19, were arrested early Friday, according to Richmond County Sheriff's Office jail committals. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Three jailed after meth drug raid Aug 23, 2008
Inside, investigators say they found methamphetamine that was settling into the finished product. It had been cooked and was in the process of drying and separation, Sgt. Rollins said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
BC gangs control meth sales, crime report says Aug 23, 2008
B.C.-based organized crime groups are controlling the sale of methamphetamine across Canada and abroad, according to Criminal Intelligence Service Canada's annual report ... "In 2007, seizures of Canadian-produced methamphetamine were interdicted in Australia, Japan, New Zealand and to a lesser extent, China, Taiwan, India and Iran. The majority of the groups involved in the manufacture of methamphetamine are based in B.C.". (Canada.com)
Group cries foul over drug sentences for black men Aug 23, 2008
He received 100 years in state prison after he was found with more than 12 pounds of methamphetamine --- almost 1 million worth --- and firearms. He could be out in as little as 22 years. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Woman, 56, Accused Of Selling Drugs Aug 23, 2008
-- Police in arrested a middle-aged woman in connection with heroin and methamphetamine sales ... Police said her arrest led to the seizure of over 9 grams of crystal methamphetamine, and seven syringes that were loaded with heroin. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Jury Of Convicted Killer Recommends Life Imprisonment, No Parole Aug 23, 2008
A defense attorney said outside court that her client's violent behavior was fueled by his methamphetamine addiction. Lewis will be formally sentenced on Oct. 24. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
11-year-old child testifies his father shot Sosa Aug 23, 2008
In a separate case, the judge ruled that there is sufficient evidence to try Christina Gastelum charges of dealing methamphetamine out of her home, and child endangerment. Glenn Wallace can be reached at 737-1059 or. (Santa Maria Times)
Prescription pills latest teen trend Aug 23, 2008
This epidemic is supplanting concerns about marijuana and methamphetamine. The trend escalated because of availability. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Omaha Police Officer Hit By Gang Member's Bullets Aug 23, 2008
Latschar, a gang unit member, was injured on the job in 2002 after inhaling anhydrous ammonia from a methamphetamine lab. He grew up in California and went to school at the University of Nebraska, where he played in the band, his brother told KETV NewsWatch 7. (7 KETV Omaha)
Witness details burglary ring Aug 23, 2008
Answering questions from Deputy District Attorney Robert Drossell, Lalley testified he has been a methamphetamine user for seven years and that he used meth with Woodral ... Lalley said the tools stripped from the trailer, which was later dumped, were used by Woodral and he to trade to Mello and an unidentified man for methamphetamine. (Daily Triplicate)
Local Woman Accused Of Selling Meth, Heroin Aug 23, 2008
She also faces one count of transportation of a controlled substance, Carter said, adding that the arresting officers seized nine grams of crystal methamphetamine and seven syringes loaded with heroin. Freije was booked into the Vista jail and held in lieu of $75,000 bail. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Wilton woman charged with making meth gets hearing Aug 23, 2008
MUSCATINE, Iowa A judge said Thursday that a Wilton woman charged with making methamphetamine consented to a search of her house when she signed a plea agreement in a previous case. Department of Corrections and law enforcement officials allege they found items related to the manufacture of methamphetamine when they searched Cheryl L. George s former residence at 204 Chestnut St. on May 15 ... George, 28, received a deferred judgement after pleading guilty to manufacturing methamphetamine last... (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Evangelist gay sex allegation causes Republican headache Aug 23, 2008
Mr Jones also said Mr Haggard snorted the drug methamphetamine before their sexual encounters, to heighten his experience. Mr Jones, who says he is gay, told the Associated Press he decided to go public because he was upset when he discovered Mr Haggard and the New Life church had publicly opposed same-sex marriage. (Yahoo News -- Church-State Issues)
GPS use merits judicial review Aug 23, 2008
Authorities got a warrant and a methamphetamine lab was uncovered. The use of the beeper was challenged, but the high court held in that case that while the suspect had an expectation of privacy in his cabin, that did not apply to the observation of the car on public highways or the barrel of chloroform stored outside the cabin. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Canada Aadmits It's a Top Ecstasy Supplier Aug 23, 2008
Echoing U.S. concern, it noted ecstasy was now being made with larger quantities of the more-addictive methamphetamine, or meth, than was the case in the past, making the drug more dangerous. The annual report said organized crime was involved extensively at all levels of producing, distributing and exporting Canadian marijuana. (Newsmax)
Drug, theft-related cases occupy circuit court Aug 22, 2008
Robin Stokes, of 260 Thaxton Road in Columbus, pleaded guilty to possession of two or more methamphetamine precursors. She was sentenced to 10 years in MDOC, five years of post-release supervision and must pay a 1,000 fine. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Survey finds drug use down among Ind. teenagers Aug 22, 2008
Fewer students reported using methamphetamine this year than last the meth use trend either held steady or declined in all grade levels. The survey also showed an increase in the use of injection drugs such as heroin. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Deputies Make Methamphetamine Arrest Aug 22, 2008
-- A Salinas man was arrested Wednesday after a search of his home uncovered more than a quarter of a pound of crystal methamphetamine, police said. Monterey County sheriff's deputies arrested Alfredo Soto at his home on Chaparral Street in Salinas. (KSBW 8, CA)
Man convicted for killing his friend Aug 22, 2008
Tix told the jury that he had been using methamphetamine since 2002 ... During the trial Tix's attorney, Scott Sterling, said he was addicted to methamphetamine and he shot Tumbleson out of fear. (Anchorage Daily News)
Newswatch, Police/Fire Aug 22, 2008
While the passenger was being taken to the hospital for a medical condition, he gave the officer a glass pipe containing methamphetamine residue, police said. Police said the suspect told the officer he wanted to get rid of the pipe, but did not want to dump it in the police vehicle. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Sheriff's candidate forum held (192) Aug 22, 2008
Dever said deputies are locking up about 80 people a week for charges related to the use and abuse of methamphetamine. "We have redirected a task force to look at the meth crisis," Dever said. (Benson San Pedro Valley News Sun, AZ)
Anaconda teen in jail on felony charges (173) Aug 22, 2008
Wadkins and Bush are each charged with felony conspiracy to issue bad checks by common scheme, felony possession of dangerous drugs methamphetamine and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia. Court records say that from July 22 through Aug. 7, Wadkins and Bush wrote bad checks to various local merchants. (Montana Standard, MT)
REGION: Drug use down among arrested adults, report shows Aug 22, 2008
The inmates were interviewed and tested for marijuana, methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin and PCP.. The study found that some 57 percent of men surveyed at the time of their arrest tested positive for an illegal drug, compared with 66 percent in 2006, while 69 percent of women tested positive, compared with 75 percent the year before. (North County Times)
Weapons raps virtually double in Barrie since 2000, report says Aug 22, 2008
Drugs drive other types of criminal activity, and the drug problem is not going away, Frechette said, adding the most prominent drugs in Barrie are crack cocaine and crystal methamphetamine. Our position is that its getting worse. (The Barrie Examiner)
Son busts mum cooking meth Aug 22, 2008
A 10-YEAR-old boy told police he knew his mother and her boyfriend were cooking up methamphetamine at home because he'd seen it on TV, a court was told. Carey John Green, 44, was caught with chemicals, equipment and $23,000 in cash in July 2006 at the house in Tasmania he shared with his elderly mother. (The Australian)
Injured Officer Indentified: Paul Latschar Aug 22, 2008
They were hospitalized when they inhaled anhydrous ammonia from a methamphetamine lab following a traffic stop on Highway 75. Latschar was one of four people recognized as "officers of the month" last December. (7 KETV Omaha)
