THE deaths of three people could be linked to a dangerous drugs batch, police have warned.
Cops said a man in his 30s, a man in his 40s and a woman in her 30s have died in South Shields, South Tyneside.
Officers believe all three could be linked to the same drugs batch.
The next of kin of all three people have been informed.
Detective Inspector Emma Martin, of Northumbria Police, said: “While the circumstances surrounding these three deaths remain unexplained, our over-arching priority as a force is to protect people from harm.
“While it remains unconfirmed at this stage, we are exploring the possibility that all three deaths are linked to drugs and possibly the same batch which has led to fatal medical episodes.
“We would never advocate anyone taking illegal drugs.
“It is, however, important that we ensure this warning message is spread far and wide, given all three deaths occurred in the same town – and in similar circumstances.
“If you are a drug user, or know anybody struggling with addiction, please be mindful of this message as we suspect this particular batch could have fatal consequences.”
After the three deaths were confirmed on Tuesday afternoon, the force began an investigation and informed the next of kin of all three people.
Northumbria Police asked anyone with information to contact the force.
