Another possible heroin overdose was reported in Murfreesboro.

During this most recent incident, police were called to an address on Second Avenue to assist paramedics. Once on the scene, police observed a 27 year old female who was unresponsive. Next to the female was a small bag that contained two needles, a digital scale, two straws with a white powder residue on them along with small cotton balls. The police report suggested the female had possibly overdosed on heroin.

The female was transported by ambulance to St. Thomas Rutherford where she has since recovered. She was issued citations for possession of drug paraphernalia and schedule four narcotics.

The two needles recovered by police were disposed of and the bag was turned in as evidence at the Murfreesboro Police Station.

Research data from multiple sources now shows heroin is sharply on the rise in Tennessee.

• More people are seeking treatment for a heroin addiction in Tennessee
• Drug seizures, criminal activity and arrests are increasing, mostly in urban areas
• Heroin use is rapidly increasing as the abuse of pain meds is leveling off

Need help to get off of drugs?

Anyone interested in detoxing from opioids may encourage their medical provider to taper them off the medication. For additional information regarding tapering off of opioids patients may refer their medical provider to the following Tennessee Department of Health website: https://health.state.tn.us/Downloads/ChronicPainGuidelines.pdf

In addition, if you cannot get help from your medical provider, please call the Tennessee REDLINE anytime at 1-800-889-9789 to find treatment resources across the state.

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MPD Incident 16-21161