Investigation reveals illegal kratom products sold in NYC smoke shops
A recent investigation revealed that dangerous synthetic kratom is available at smoke shops throughout New York City, despite containing harmful substances that are banned under federal law. In a two-week effort, investigators from The Post checked 52 shops and discovered that around 15% — or eight stores — were selling products containing two synthetics banned […]
Ole Miss students discovered deceased near synthetic kratom, DEA ban mentioned
Investigation into Ole Miss Students’ Deaths OXFORD, Miss. – Two students from Ole Miss were discovered dead near tablets that contain an ingredient recently banned by the federal government. Strikingly, this product is not listed on the brand’s website. Documents from the court reveal that Aidan Hamilton, 18, and Robert Strang, 20, were found deceased […]
Kratom group claims Ole Miss student fatalities linked to synthetic opioids
In the wake of an investigation into the tragic deaths of two Ole Miss students, voices from the kratom industry are emerging to challenge how the substance has been represented. Court filings reveal that Aidan Hamilton, 18, and Robert Strang, 20, were found deceased on September 21 at different sites. Initially, reports indicated that “packaged […]
Sad Ole Miss student purchased Smax Pseudo-DHM kratom from a store that was shut down, according to court documents
A freshman at Ole Miss was found dead in his dorm room after purchasing kratom from a drug store that has since been raided. According to court documents, employees had warned undercover officers against buying certain pills, citing concerns that “people were dying” from them. Eighteen-year-old Aidan Hamilton had visited the Puffs smoke shop in […]
Toxicology results are awaited in the deaths of Ole Miss students linked to kratom.
Toxicology Reports for Ole Miss Student Deaths Are Speeding Up OXFORD, Miss. — Authorities in Mississippi are working to expedite toxicology reports related to the recent suspicious deaths of two University of Mississippi students, Aiden Hamilton and Robert Strang. The reports are anticipated to be finished as early as next week. The students, Hamilton, an […]
Obama’s aide Adam Fetcher faces felony fraud charges for stealing Kratom.
Adam Fetcher, a former press aide to President Obama, is facing serious charges for allegedly taking a co-worker’s debit card to purchase kratom, a substance that affects mood, at a smoke shop in Minneapolis. Once the chief communications officer for the city, he was dismissed in early July amid a police investigation, which found he […]
Orange County enacts a law to ban the sale and possession of kratom.
Fountain Valley Takes Action Against Kratom A city in Orange County is intensifying its efforts against a controversial drug that has been linked to fatalities nationwide. This week, the Fountain Valley City Council made a strong decision by voting 4-1 to prohibit the sale, distribution, and possession of kratom, along with products that contain more […]
Ex-Obama administration employee dismissed for reportedly stealing to purchase kratom
Minneapolis Official Fired Over Theft Accusations A former deputy press secretary from the Obama era was let go from his position with the city of Minneapolis last week. The reason? He faced allegations of stealing cash and credit cards from city employees to purchase herbal supplements aimed at alleviating opioid withdrawal symptoms. Adam Fetcher, aged […]
Users claim ‘miracle drug’ kratom is actually a dangerous, addictive substance.
The Rise of Kratom and Its Impact on Users Bari Sinoyannis, a stay-at-home mom, sought a natural remedy for pain when she purchased kratom powder at a smoke shop in North Carolina back in 2022. She was drawn to its marketing as a plant-based alternative to traditional painkillers. “I thought, hey, I’ll give it a […]
Nassau County limits ‘whip-its’ and prohibits kratom sales in consecutive actions against teenage drug trends
Nassau County Enacts Restrictions on Nitrous Oxide Sales Nassau County has imposed limits on the sale of nitrous oxide cartridges, commonly referred to as “Whip-It” or “laughing gas.” Now, only licensed food establishments can sell these products, often misused by youth seeking a high. This legislation, passed by the Republican-led Legislature on Monday, originated from […]