Young Man Hospitalized After Swallowing Cocaine Bag in Panic as Police Approach

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Young Man Hospitalized After Swallowing Cocaine Bag in Panic as Police Approach

A young man was admitted to the emergency room at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Center after reportedly swallowing a small plastic bag of cocaine.

The incident occurred around 10:20 PM on August 5th, 2025, on Lower All Saints Road.

Emergency services were called to the scene, where the individual was found and subsequently transported for medical attention.

According to preliminary reports, the individual claimed that while near a nearby supermarket, he noticed several police officers approaching. In a panic, he swallowed the bag containing a controlled substance believed to be cocaine.

Sir Lester Bird Medical Center

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Upon arrival at the medical centre, the individual reportedly went to the restroom, where he was able to vomit the bag and its contents, which were then flushed.

Medical staff conducted a CT scan, and while awaiting the official report, the individual was issued a police medical form and given specific instructions for further care.

Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this incident.

This story was first published by Antigua News on August 8, 2025: antigua.news/2025/08/08/young-man-hospitalized-after-swallowing-cocaine-bag-in-panic-as-police-approach. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Comments (7)

  • Apex Jones August 8, 2025, 8:37 AM

    Well it was meant to be taken in any case. He just chose an unconventional way to do it.
    Lol he pull a fast one on the police
    Reply
  • Rika August 8, 2025, 8:42 AM

    He shoulda dead. You know its illegal thats you try to swallow. what more did you expect?????
    Reply
    • Concern Citizen August 8, 2025, 9:13 AM

      But why? Suppose this person was your brother or a relative, would you have reply with the same remarks? ‘He shouldda dead”? My grandma always uses to say if you don’t have nothing good to say shut ya mouth!!!!
      Reply
  • Rhea August 8, 2025, 8:49 AM

    Oh waw. I hope they charge him. cause what is that
    Reply
    • Anonymous August 8, 2025, 11:29 AM

      Where is the evidence to charge? Do you think charging will stop him? He goes to jail come back and do the same thing
      Reply
  • Ashma August 8, 2025, 3:34 PM

    😂 I can’t! This story is very funny. Sorry but I cant stop laughing. I mean, what was he thinking? Swallowing a bag of cocaine when the cops show up? That’s a panic move right there! It’s like he thought, “Oh no, I’ll just eat my problems!” 🤣 The lengths people go to avoid trouble are just hilarious sometimes! .
    Reply
  • Informed citizen August 8, 2025, 9:05 PM

    This incident highlights the level of panic and desperation that people feel when faced with legal consequences. It’s not just a crime; it’s a public health issue. Our society needs to have a broader conversation about why young people are getting involved in drug-related activities in the first place. Is it a lack of opportunity? Economic hardship? Peer pressure? We need to address the root causes and provide more support and alternatives for our youth so they don’t have to resort to such life-threatening acts.
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