Via: SC Times
St. Cloud, MN - A 28-year-old man, Charlie Ray Barnett, has been charged with two counts of criminal vehicular homicide and one count of violating a domestic abuse no contact order. Police were called to the scene to respond to complaints of someone driving erratically. According to witnesses he was driving over the speed limit and made no effort to slow down to prevent the crash. Barnett was driving and crossed into the over lane hitting a vehicle with two people killing both. Witnesses say that Barnett acted strange after the crash and had bloodshot eyes and police found cans of dust cleaner in the car. The car Barnett was driving belonged to a woman who had filed a no contact order against him. Barnett violated the order earlier on the day of the accident and stole the woman's keys. Barnett is scheduled to appear in court on July 23.
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Wednesday, July 11, 2018
Florida Mother Arrested for Huffing and Driving
Via: ABC Action News
Clearwater, FL - A 29-year-old mother was arrested for huffing and driving with her 1-year-old daughter in the backseat. The woman drove two blocks away from her home before hitting two mailboxes, running a stop sign, and crashing into a palm tree. When police arrived on the scene she was unconscious and they found an air duster can cold on the floorboard. The woman admitted to huffing from the air duster but claimed it was hours ago but since the can was cold police had reason to believe she had been huffing while driving. The child was uninjured but the mother will be charged with inhalation of chemicals and child abuse.
Clearwater, FL - A 29-year-old mother was arrested for huffing and driving with her 1-year-old daughter in the backseat. The woman drove two blocks away from her home before hitting two mailboxes, running a stop sign, and crashing into a palm tree. When police arrived on the scene she was unconscious and they found an air duster can cold on the floorboard. The woman admitted to huffing from the air duster but claimed it was hours ago but since the can was cold police had reason to believe she had been huffing while driving. The child was uninjured but the mother will be charged with inhalation of chemicals and child abuse.
Pennsylvania Woman Huffs Outside of Five Below
Via: Fox 43
Lancaster, PA - A 29-year-old woman was found unconscious outside of a Five Below surrounded by many air duster cans. The police were called and when she became conscious she tried inhaling from one of the cans again. The woman was charged with drunkenness and illegal use of inhalants.
Lancaster, PA - A 29-year-old woman was found unconscious outside of a Five Below surrounded by many air duster cans. The police were called and when she became conscious she tried inhaling from one of the cans again. The woman was charged with drunkenness and illegal use of inhalants.
Tuesday, July 3, 2018
Two South Dakota Huffing-Related Arrests
Via: News Center 1
Rapid City, SD - Two separate huffing-related arrests occurred this past weekend. The first arrest happened on Friday when officers responded to reports of a man lying in someone's yard smelling a bottle. Police found that the bottle contained paint thinner and he was arrested to ingesting a substance other than alcohol to intoxicate. The second arrest occurred on Sunday when police found a man huffing from a can of air duster and was found to be visibly impaired.
Rapid City, SD - Two separate huffing-related arrests occurred this past weekend. The first arrest happened on Friday when officers responded to reports of a man lying in someone's yard smelling a bottle. Police found that the bottle contained paint thinner and he was arrested to ingesting a substance other than alcohol to intoxicate. The second arrest occurred on Sunday when police found a man huffing from a can of air duster and was found to be visibly impaired.
Wisconsin Man Arrested for Huffing and Driving
Via: Leader-Telegram
Eau Claire County, WI - A man was arrested after he drove into a utility pole. He said he was driving and got dizzy and passed out at the wheel. Police spoke with the man's girlfriend who said he was huffing a can of whipped cream that morning.
Eau Claire County, WI - A man was arrested after he drove into a utility pole. He said he was driving and got dizzy and passed out at the wheel. Police spoke with the man's girlfriend who said he was huffing a can of whipped cream that morning.
Wednesday, June 27, 2018
Missouri Man Charged with Involuntary Manslaughter for Huffing and Driving
Via: News-Press Now
St. Joseph, MO - A 23-year-old man, Andrew Willis, was charged with involuntary manslaughter after he caused a head-on collision, killing the other driver. Willis was found with multiple cans of air duster in his car and his blood tested positive for chemicals found in air duster.
St. Joseph, MO - A 23-year-old man, Andrew Willis, was charged with involuntary manslaughter after he caused a head-on collision, killing the other driver. Willis was found with multiple cans of air duster in his car and his blood tested positive for chemicals found in air duster.
Arkansas Police Warn Against Huffing After Three Weekend Arrests
Via: KAIT 8
Batesville, AR - There were three huffing-related incidences over the weekend causing alarm among law enforcement officials. The first arrest came when police responded to reports of a man huffing air duster and driving erratically. The driver denied huffing air duster but police found multiple empty cans in his car. The second arrest happened after a woman crashed into another vehicle then drove away. When police caught up to the woman she said she was looking for help but police found a recently used can of air duster in her car prompting her to confessing to huffing and driving. Then police cited a 13-year-old boy for huffing outside of a Walmart. The boy confessed saying he did it because friends told him it would make him feel good.
Law enforcement is very concerned about the dangers of huffing especially since a man recently died from huffing. They want to encourage store employees and community members to be mindful of large air duster or spray paint purchases and to notify them.
Thursday, June 21, 2018
Wyoming Psychiatrist Convicted for Huffing and Driving
Via: Powell Tribune
Cody, WY - A local psychiatrist, Matthew Hopkins, has been convicted for driving into a car head-on while under the influence of inhalants and injuring the woman in the other vehicle. A jury convicted him of a felony count of aggravated assault and battery and misdemeanor counts of driving while under the influence of a substance and unlawful use of a toxic substance. Hopkins was sentenced to 18 to 36 months in prison for his offenses. The incident occurred after Hopkins inhaled from a can of dust cleaner and tried driving to his office only to pass out at the wheel and drift into the other lane hitting the other car.
Close friends of Hopkins asked for no prison time and instead mandatory rehabilitation but the Deputy Attorney asked for six to eight years since this is not Hopkins first relapse with substance abuse. In 2003, his medical license was suspended in New Hampshire after he was found writing himself prescriptions. From November 2011 to April 2012, his license was suspended in Wyoming for noncompliance with his monitoring program. All of Hopkins license restrictions were removed in 2015 but he began to relapse publicly in later 2016 after the death of his father. In November of 2016, Hopkins was arrested after he clipped a car in a parking lot and drove off. Police believed him to be under the influence but lacked evidence to prove it so he was awaiting trial. In June 2017, he fell off his bike and police officers found his blood alcohol to be more than twice the legal limit.
Due to his long history of substance abuse the judge and jury felt that more than rehabilitation was required for Hopkins. They said that he was very smart and new the dangers of huffing but made the choice to drive regardless. Hopkins relinquished his medical license and will most likely never practice again.
Cody, WY - A local psychiatrist, Matthew Hopkins, has been convicted for driving into a car head-on while under the influence of inhalants and injuring the woman in the other vehicle. A jury convicted him of a felony count of aggravated assault and battery and misdemeanor counts of driving while under the influence of a substance and unlawful use of a toxic substance. Hopkins was sentenced to 18 to 36 months in prison for his offenses. The incident occurred after Hopkins inhaled from a can of dust cleaner and tried driving to his office only to pass out at the wheel and drift into the other lane hitting the other car.
Close friends of Hopkins asked for no prison time and instead mandatory rehabilitation but the Deputy Attorney asked for six to eight years since this is not Hopkins first relapse with substance abuse. In 2003, his medical license was suspended in New Hampshire after he was found writing himself prescriptions. From November 2011 to April 2012, his license was suspended in Wyoming for noncompliance with his monitoring program. All of Hopkins license restrictions were removed in 2015 but he began to relapse publicly in later 2016 after the death of his father. In November of 2016, Hopkins was arrested after he clipped a car in a parking lot and drove off. Police believed him to be under the influence but lacked evidence to prove it so he was awaiting trial. In June 2017, he fell off his bike and police officers found his blood alcohol to be more than twice the legal limit.
Due to his long history of substance abuse the judge and jury felt that more than rehabilitation was required for Hopkins. They said that he was very smart and new the dangers of huffing but made the choice to drive regardless. Hopkins relinquished his medical license and will most likely never practice again.
Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Oklahoma City Council Proposes to Ban Selling Spray Paint to Minors
Via: Tulsa World
Tulsa, OK - The Tulsa City Council proposed an ordinance that would ban minors from purchasing or possessing aerosol spray paint, spray fabric dye, and spray metal coating. This ordinance aims to combat two major issues with minors in the city, huffing and graffiti. In Tulsa, the city councilors have found that minors are most often the ones huffing or doing graffiti. The ordinance aims to only curb the misuse of spray paint so minors would be able to purchase them for school projects or other art endeavors only with the company of a parent, guardian, employer, or teacher. The penalty is $200 for minors who purchase or posses spray paint and $200 to any business that sells to them. City councilors support the ordinance but worry how it will effect criminal records of minors, especially since it is an expensive and long process to expunge a record. They also worry if it will burden small businesses.
Tulsa, OK - The Tulsa City Council proposed an ordinance that would ban minors from purchasing or possessing aerosol spray paint, spray fabric dye, and spray metal coating. This ordinance aims to combat two major issues with minors in the city, huffing and graffiti. In Tulsa, the city councilors have found that minors are most often the ones huffing or doing graffiti. The ordinance aims to only curb the misuse of spray paint so minors would be able to purchase them for school projects or other art endeavors only with the company of a parent, guardian, employer, or teacher. The penalty is $200 for minors who purchase or posses spray paint and $200 to any business that sells to them. City councilors support the ordinance but worry how it will effect criminal records of minors, especially since it is an expensive and long process to expunge a record. They also worry if it will burden small businesses.
Thursday, June 14, 2018
Michigan Man Huffs Before Hit-and-Run
Via: 9 and 10 News
Alpena, MI - A man has been accused of huffing before driving and hitting a person. Police were called to the scene and eventually found him and arrested him. Authorities are now using the incident to educate the public on the dangers of inhalant abuse and urging business owners to be mindful of large purchases of items that can be inhaled such as air dusters and aerosols.
Alpena, MI - A man has been accused of huffing before driving and hitting a person. Police were called to the scene and eventually found him and arrested him. Authorities are now using the incident to educate the public on the dangers of inhalant abuse and urging business owners to be mindful of large purchases of items that can be inhaled such as air dusters and aerosols.
Wednesday, June 13, 2018
Pennsylvania Man Arrested Twice in a Day for Huffing
Via: The Times-Tribune
Scranton, PA - A man was arrested twice in a day for huffing. The first time police found him unconscious in the grass outside of a local Sam's Club holding a can of air duster. When he woke up police asked him why he was in the grass and he responded "because I'm high." He was then arrested and released later that day, only to go to and purchase more air duster and roll in grass in a different location. Police then arrested him again.
Scranton, PA - A man was arrested twice in a day for huffing. The first time police found him unconscious in the grass outside of a local Sam's Club holding a can of air duster. When he woke up police asked him why he was in the grass and he responded "because I'm high." He was then arrested and released later that day, only to go to and purchase more air duster and roll in grass in a different location. Police then arrested him again.
Florida Man Overdoses From Huffing
Via: TC Palm
Vero Beach, FL - A 36-year-old man was found dead in his car after police responded to reports of a man unconscious in his car. Employees of the near by store checked on him throughout the day and decided to call 911 but he was pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy is still needed to determine the exact cause of death police believe it was an overdose due to huffing. Police found aerosol cans in his car and in 2015 the man was arrested for inhaling a chemical substance.
Vero Beach, FL - A 36-year-old man was found dead in his car after police responded to reports of a man unconscious in his car. Employees of the near by store checked on him throughout the day and decided to call 911 but he was pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy is still needed to determine the exact cause of death police believe it was an overdose due to huffing. Police found aerosol cans in his car and in 2015 the man was arrested for inhaling a chemical substance.
Tuesday, June 5, 2018
Washington Man Arrested for Huffing
Via: The Chronicle
Rochester, WA - A man was arrested for huffing canned air after police responded to reports of a man taking hits from the can and appearing inebriated.
Rochester, WA - A man was arrested for huffing canned air after police responded to reports of a man taking hits from the can and appearing inebriated.
Monday, June 4, 2018
Florida Man Arrested for Huffing and Driving
Via: News 4 JAX
Gainsville, FL - A 33-year-old man was arrested for huffing and driving after officials found him slumped over the wheel of his car while holding a can of air duster. Officials knocked on the window of his car but the man proceeded to wake up, inhale from the can, and drive off before he hit two vehicles, a mailbox and finally came to a stop. They were then able to arrest him for property damage, driving without a license, inhaling harmful chemicals and attempting to flee police.
Thursday, May 31, 2018
Indiana Man Killed from Driving and Huffing
Via: Fox 59
Howard County, IN - In early May, a 27-year-old man was killed after driving into oncoming traffic and hitting a semi before being ejected from the car. Officers found a can of computer duster in the victims car but the recent coroner's report determined that there was 1,1-Difluoroethane, a chemical found in most computer cleaners, in his system.
Howard County, IN - In early May, a 27-year-old man was killed after driving into oncoming traffic and hitting a semi before being ejected from the car. Officers found a can of computer duster in the victims car but the recent coroner's report determined that there was 1,1-Difluoroethane, a chemical found in most computer cleaners, in his system.
Saturday, May 26, 2018
Utah Man Hits Gas Pump While Driving and Huffing
Via: St. George News
St. George, UT - A man was arrested after hitting a gas pump causing an explosion and fleeing the scene. After eye-witness reports determined the location of the driver, police arrested him. Luckily due to joint law enforcement and fire department forces there were no injuries.
St. George, UT - A man was arrested after hitting a gas pump causing an explosion and fleeing the scene. After eye-witness reports determined the location of the driver, police arrested him. Luckily due to joint law enforcement and fire department forces there were no injuries.
Friday, May 25, 2018
New Mexico Man Kills Woman While Driving and Huffing
Via: Santa Fe New Mexican
Farmington, NM - A 23-year-old man is accused of killing a 76-year-old woman after driving while under the influence of air duster. The man inhaled from an air duster two to three times before driving off and side swiping a mini-van then driving into the victims yard striking her. He then proceeded to drive through a brick fence and hit a home three houses down before stopping. When questioned the man said he blacked out after inhaling the air duster and woke up after the crash. Despite passing the sobriety test the man was acting erratically according to officials.
Wednesday, May 23, 2018
Michigan Man Arrested for Inhalant Misuse
Via: Gaylord Herald Times
Gaylord, MI - A man was arrested for misuse of a chemical inhalant when police found him in his car. The man appeared to be intoxicated and was holding a can of inhalant.
Gaylord, MI - A man was arrested for misuse of a chemical inhalant when police found him in his car. The man appeared to be intoxicated and was holding a can of inhalant.
Tuesday, May 22, 2018
Missouri Man Goes to Rehab for Inhalant Misuse
Via: KPLR 11
St. Louis, MO - A 47-year-old man was arrested for driving while under the influence of canned air. The man has been arrested at least 18 times since the beginning of the year but since there is no law against inhalant misuse in Missouri he has not been charged. The most recent arrested pushed him to seek help at a treatment facility since he does not want addiction to be part of his life.
St. Louis, MO - A 47-year-old man was arrested for driving while under the influence of canned air. The man has been arrested at least 18 times since the beginning of the year but since there is no law against inhalant misuse in Missouri he has not been charged. The most recent arrested pushed him to seek help at a treatment facility since he does not want addiction to be part of his life.
South Dakota Mother Arrested for Driving and Huffing
Via: The Public Opinion
Watertown, SC - A 24-year-woman was found by police passed out at the wheel from inhaling dust cleaner. Police responded to reports of a car driving in the wrong direction and found the woman with her child in the back seat of the car. She was charged with ingesting an intoxicant and child abuse since her child was 4-years-old.
Watertown, SC - A 24-year-woman was found by police passed out at the wheel from inhaling dust cleaner. Police responded to reports of a car driving in the wrong direction and found the woman with her child in the back seat of the car. She was charged with ingesting an intoxicant and child abuse since her child was 4-years-old.
Monday, May 21, 2018
South Carolina Man Arrested for Huffing
Via: Myrtle Beach Online
Myrtle Beach, SC- A 60-year-old man was arrested for huffing dust cleaner after police responded to reports of a disorderly person. The police found eight cans of dust cleaner in his car.
Myrtle Beach, SC- A 60-year-old man was arrested for huffing dust cleaner after police responded to reports of a disorderly person. The police found eight cans of dust cleaner in his car.
Friday, May 18, 2018
Tennessee Woman Arrested for Huffing and Driving
Via: The Daily Times
Blount County, TN - A 25-year-old woman was arrested after police found her unconscious in her car while holding a can of computer duster. The woman purchased three cans of computer duster then proceeded to drive to her local church to celebrate her sobriety. She later crashed into a tree then drove away before passing out in an intersection. Police found her at the intersection after seeing that cars had backed up from her restricting the flow of traffic.
Blount County, TN - A 25-year-old woman was arrested after police found her unconscious in her car while holding a can of computer duster. The woman purchased three cans of computer duster then proceeded to drive to her local church to celebrate her sobriety. She later crashed into a tree then drove away before passing out in an intersection. Police found her at the intersection after seeing that cars had backed up from her restricting the flow of traffic.
Thursday, May 17, 2018
Ohio Man Arrested for Huffing
Via: WKYC 3
Strongsville, OH - A man was found huffing computer duster in a Walmart by local police and later arrested. When police arrived on the scene, the man pulled out a knife and held it to his throat prompting officers to tase him to avoid injury. He was later taken to the hospital and remains under police guard.
Strongsville, OH - A man was found huffing computer duster in a Walmart by local police and later arrested. When police arrived on the scene, the man pulled out a knife and held it to his throat prompting officers to tase him to avoid injury. He was later taken to the hospital and remains under police guard.
Wednesday, May 16, 2018
Massachusetts Man Arrested for Huffing
Via: Salem Patch
Andover, MA- A 20-year-old man was arrested after police responded to a call reporting a man looking through shopping carts in the local BJ's store. The police arrested him for prowling and inhaling aerosols.
Andover, MA- A 20-year-old man was arrested after police responded to a call reporting a man looking through shopping carts in the local BJ's store. The police arrested him for prowling and inhaling aerosols.
Saturday, May 12, 2018
Minnesota Man Arrested After Driving and Huffing
Via: Winona Daily News
Winona, MN - A 28-year-old man was arrested after witnesses reported him driving carelessly and crashing into a tree. He was charged with careless driving, reckless driving, driving with an expired registration and huffing.
Friday, May 4, 2018
Florida Man Arrested for Inhaling Computer Duster
Via: ABC Action News
Pinellas County, FL - A 23-year-old man in Florida was arrested after police responded to reports of a man in a parked car huffing from a metal can. When police arrived they saw him inhaling from the nozzle of the can and arrested him. Police say the man bought the computer duster with intent to inhale it.
Pinellas County, FL - A 23-year-old man in Florida was arrested after police responded to reports of a man in a parked car huffing from a metal can. When police arrived they saw him inhaling from the nozzle of the can and arrested him. Police say the man bought the computer duster with intent to inhale it.
Youth Inhalant Treatment Center Opens in Canada
Via: Prince Albert Now
Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Canada - The White Buffalo Youth Inhalant Center has reopened in their new location in the Muskoday First Nation. The center aims to help young girls, ages 12 to 17, with their abuse of inhalants. Both the center and the community members of the Muskoday First Nation are excited for the move to their area as they feel the center will have a positive influence on local youths. The new partnership also emphasizes their new approach to treating substance abuse with holistic medicine.
Thursday, May 3, 2018
Pennsylvania Man Arrested After Huffing in Front of Police
Via: Penn Live
Harrisburg, PA - A man was arrested after police responded to reports of a man having a cardiac arrest where they found him semi-conscious. When police found him he had a can of air duster and huffed it right in front of them.
Harrisburg, PA - A man was arrested after police responded to reports of a man having a cardiac arrest where they found him semi-conscious. When police found him he had a can of air duster and huffed it right in front of them.
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Minnesota Senate Votes to Include Huffing in DWI Laws
Via: Fox 9
St. Paul, MN - Minnesota senators voted 62-4 to include huffing compressed air in their DWI law. They also voted to include snowmobiles and ATVs as part of the law.
St. Paul, MN - Minnesota senators voted 62-4 to include huffing compressed air in their DWI law. They also voted to include snowmobiles and ATVs as part of the law.
Wyoming Woman Arrested for Huffing
Via: Oil City News
Casper, WY - A woman was arrested after police received reports about a woman sucking air from air dusters and laying in the dirt. The woman initially denied using the aerosol and gave police a fake name but authorities were able correctly identify her since there was a local warrant for her arrest. She then confessed to inhaling the air duster and was arrested.
Casper, WY - A woman was arrested after police received reports about a woman sucking air from air dusters and laying in the dirt. The woman initially denied using the aerosol and gave police a fake name but authorities were able correctly identify her since there was a local warrant for her arrest. She then confessed to inhaling the air duster and was arrested.
Tuesday, May 1, 2018
Arkansas Man Arrested for Huffing
Via: Arkansas Online
Little Rock, AK - A man was arrested for inhaling aerosols after local police found him standing out of his vehicle's sunroof. The police found a can of air duster in his vehicle.
Little Rock, AK - A man was arrested for inhaling aerosols after local police found him standing out of his vehicle's sunroof. The police found a can of air duster in his vehicle.
Monday, April 30, 2018
California Man Sentenced for Homicide by Intoxicated Use of Vehicle
Via: ABC News
Minneapolis, MN - A California man was just sentenced to 75 years in prison after pleading guilty to three counts of homicide by intoxicated use to vehicle. The man killed three Twin Cities residents last July after huffing cans used to clean keyboards and electronics.
Minneapolis, MN - A California man was just sentenced to 75 years in prison after pleading guilty to three counts of homicide by intoxicated use to vehicle. The man killed three Twin Cities residents last July after huffing cans used to clean keyboards and electronics.
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Australian Youth Organization Encourages Stores to Lock Up Aerosols
Via: ABC Australia
Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia - A youth organization from the small, mining town of Mount Isa is urging stores to lock up aerosol products, such as deodorant to minimize abuse. The organization reports that many of the stores, both major and independent, are compliant with their requests but they hope to win over retailers more unsure about making the change. Authorities note that aerosol misuse has declined the past year, but they also acknowledge that it is a difficult statistic to track and thus precautions such as these should be taken.
Oregon Teen Faces Lawsuit After Driving While Under Influence of Inhalants
Via: The Chronicle Online
St. Helens, OR - An 18-year-old, Kody Allen, has been sued for 3 million dollars after committing vehicular manslaughter while under the influence of nitrous oxide. Other defendants that were named were Allen's parents and the owner of the tobacco store where Allen purchased the nitrous oxide. Allen obtained the nitrous oxide from inhaling whipped cream chargers from the tobacco store. He then inhaled them and drove a mile before swerving and killing 34-year-old Arthur Studer. Allen's parents were named, as they are the ones who own the car and are thus liable for his negligence. The owner of the tobacco store was named since Allen was a frequent customer of the store and the owner should have know what Allen's intentions were with the nitrous oxide. The store owner also did not provide Allen any warning for the dangers and side effects.
St. Helens, OR - An 18-year-old, Kody Allen, has been sued for 3 million dollars after committing vehicular manslaughter while under the influence of nitrous oxide. Other defendants that were named were Allen's parents and the owner of the tobacco store where Allen purchased the nitrous oxide. Allen obtained the nitrous oxide from inhaling whipped cream chargers from the tobacco store. He then inhaled them and drove a mile before swerving and killing 34-year-old Arthur Studer. Allen's parents were named, as they are the ones who own the car and are thus liable for his negligence. The owner of the tobacco store was named since Allen was a frequent customer of the store and the owner should have know what Allen's intentions were with the nitrous oxide. The store owner also did not provide Allen any warning for the dangers and side effects.
New York Man Arrested After Huffing Aerosols
Via: North Country Now
Potsdam, NY - A 22-year-old man was arrested after local police received a report that a man was huffing aerosols behind a book store. The man was taken to the police station where authorities found him to be in possession of marijuana for which he was cited for unlawful possession.
Potsdam, NY - A 22-year-old man was arrested after local police received a report that a man was huffing aerosols behind a book store. The man was taken to the police station where authorities found him to be in possession of marijuana for which he was cited for unlawful possession.
Thursday, April 19, 2018
Michigan Woman Arrested for Huffing Dust Cleaner in Costco
Via: WTMJ- TV Milwaukee
Bloomfield Township, MI - An 18-year-old woman was arrested for theft and inhalant abuse in a Costco in Bloomfield Township, Michigan. The manager found the woman huffing a can of dust cleaner in the woman's bathroom. The woman later confessed to the theft of the dust cleaner and was arrested by local police.
Bloomfield Township, MI - An 18-year-old woman was arrested for theft and inhalant abuse in a Costco in Bloomfield Township, Michigan. The manager found the woman huffing a can of dust cleaner in the woman's bathroom. The woman later confessed to the theft of the dust cleaner and was arrested by local police.
Missouri Man Arrested for Stealing and Abusing Inhalants
Via: Fox St. Louis
St. Louis County, MO - A man was arrested in Walmart by local police for theft and abuse of aerosols. This individual has had interactions with authorities two dozen times in this year alone. His latest incident has sparked a discussion about proper responses for repeat offenders since there is a larger issue at play, addiction. The county counselor highlighted the options individuals struggling with addition have in the legal system such as, referring them to proper treatment facilities and other resources.
St. Louis County, MO - A man was arrested in Walmart by local police for theft and abuse of aerosols. This individual has had interactions with authorities two dozen times in this year alone. His latest incident has sparked a discussion about proper responses for repeat offenders since there is a larger issue at play, addiction. The county counselor highlighted the options individuals struggling with addition have in the legal system such as, referring them to proper treatment facilities and other resources.
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
Nebraska Man Arrested for Huffing Inhalants
Via: KWBE Radio
Norfolk, NE - A man in Norfolk Nebraska was arrested twice within a four-period for inhalant abuse. The first arrest occurred in the morning but he was later released after posting bail. Later in the afternoon he was arrested a second time after he was believed to be having an inhalant-induced seizure. The police found a 10-ounce air duster and he was arrested.
Norfolk, NE - A man in Norfolk Nebraska was arrested twice within a four-period for inhalant abuse. The first arrest occurred in the morning but he was later released after posting bail. Later in the afternoon he was arrested a second time after he was believed to be having an inhalant-induced seizure. The police found a 10-ounce air duster and he was arrested.
Authorities Use Unconscious Man to Discuss Dangers of Huffing
Via: WISH TV
Indianapolis, IN - After the Wayne Township Fire Department responded to a call about a man unconscious in his car surrounded by aerosols, local health experts are taking the opportunity to educate the public on the dangers of inhalant abuse. The Public Information Officer described the long lasting effects of huffing such as, cardiac arrhythmia, kidney, liver, heart, and brain damage with irreversible consequences. Since huffing is mostly seen in teenagers, the department encouraged parents to talk with their kids and lock away products that could be abused.
Indianapolis, IN - After the Wayne Township Fire Department responded to a call about a man unconscious in his car surrounded by aerosols, local health experts are taking the opportunity to educate the public on the dangers of inhalant abuse. The Public Information Officer described the long lasting effects of huffing such as, cardiac arrhythmia, kidney, liver, heart, and brain damage with irreversible consequences. Since huffing is mostly seen in teenagers, the department encouraged parents to talk with their kids and lock away products that could be abused.
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
Phoenix Teen Arrested for Aggravated DUI After Huffing and Crashing Into Park Ranger's Car
Via: ABC 15 Arizona
Phoenix, AZ: Jeramiah James Clendenen was arrested on April 11 after allegedly crashing into a park ranger's car in North Phoenix. The man was awoken by Phoenix Police after receiving a call from a Phoenix Parks and Recreation Station ranger. The ranger reported to police that the 19-year-old was unconscious in his car with the engine running and passed out again after being awoken the first time. When he was awoken a second time, he put his car in reverse and crashed into the ranger's vehicle. Police found cans of compressed gas and discovered that Clendenen's driver's license had been suspended. He was arrested for aggravated DUI.
Phoenix, AZ: Jeramiah James Clendenen was arrested on April 11 after allegedly crashing into a park ranger's car in North Phoenix. The man was awoken by Phoenix Police after receiving a call from a Phoenix Parks and Recreation Station ranger. The ranger reported to police that the 19-year-old was unconscious in his car with the engine running and passed out again after being awoken the first time. When he was awoken a second time, he put his car in reverse and crashed into the ranger's vehicle. Police found cans of compressed gas and discovered that Clendenen's driver's license had been suspended. He was arrested for aggravated DUI.
Missouri Man Arrested for the 18th Time After Huffing in Local Dollar Store
Via: KPLR
Affton, MO: A 47-year-old man was arrested for the 18th time on Thursday after being found huffing air duster in a Family Dollar store. He was arrested for disturbing the peace and inhaling solvents, but since there is no specific law against huffing in Missouri, police were forced to release the man. Witnesses say they saw the man screaming and huffing in the store parking lot. In February, the "serial huffer" was caught getting high on air duster after being recorded by a store customer. The St. Louis County prosecutor's office states that there are a few of the man's cases under review and they are working toward passing legislation to make inhaling solvents illegal in Missouri. Currently, 37 other states have laws prohibiting the use of inhalants.
Affton, MO: A 47-year-old man was arrested for the 18th time on Thursday after being found huffing air duster in a Family Dollar store. He was arrested for disturbing the peace and inhaling solvents, but since there is no specific law against huffing in Missouri, police were forced to release the man. Witnesses say they saw the man screaming and huffing in the store parking lot. In February, the "serial huffer" was caught getting high on air duster after being recorded by a store customer. The St. Louis County prosecutor's office states that there are a few of the man's cases under review and they are working toward passing legislation to make inhaling solvents illegal in Missouri. Currently, 37 other states have laws prohibiting the use of inhalants.
Indianapolis Police Respond to Case of Huffing
Via: Fox 59
Indianapolis, IN: Indianapolis police responded to an unresponsive person call on Thursday and came across a case of dusting. Police seized nine cans of duster during the incident. Local emergency responders say this is not an uncommon occurrence in central Indiana. Emergency room physician, Dr. Dan O'Donnell, said in an interview that just one huff can lead to death and inhalant abuse can lead to a variety of health problems, including brain damage, seizures, and respiratory issues.
Indianapolis, IN: Indianapolis police responded to an unresponsive person call on Thursday and came across a case of dusting. Police seized nine cans of duster during the incident. Local emergency responders say this is not an uncommon occurrence in central Indiana. Emergency room physician, Dr. Dan O'Donnell, said in an interview that just one huff can lead to death and inhalant abuse can lead to a variety of health problems, including brain damage, seizures, and respiratory issues.
Thursday, April 12, 2018
Alabama Man Arrested for Huffing in Public
Via: The Gadsden Times
Gadsden, AL: A 25-year-old man was found unconscious in a vacant lot after police received a call reporting an apparently intoxicated person. Local police report that the man was slumped forward with three duster cans around him. Just two days prior, the man had been arrested for huffing air duster. The man refused medical treatment and was taken into custody.
Gadsden, AL: A 25-year-old man was found unconscious in a vacant lot after police received a call reporting an apparently intoxicated person. Local police report that the man was slumped forward with three duster cans around him. Just two days prior, the man had been arrested for huffing air duster. The man refused medical treatment and was taken into custody.
Tuesday, April 10, 2018
Michigan Woman Arrested for Huffing Nitrous Oxide
Via: The Detroit News
Troy, MI: A Michigan woman was charged with inhalation of chemical agent after being found huffing nitrous oxide at a traffic light on March 23. After multiple people called authorities about the woman, police responded and subsequently found 30 used cans of nitrous oxide in her car.
Troy, MI: A Michigan woman was charged with inhalation of chemical agent after being found huffing nitrous oxide at a traffic light on March 23. After multiple people called authorities about the woman, police responded and subsequently found 30 used cans of nitrous oxide in her car.
$177k Worth of Harmful Inhalant Seized by State Troopers
Via: WFMJ
Richfield, OH: A New York man was arrested on the Ohio Turnpike after state troopers discovered he was trafficking 939 pounds of nitrous oxide on April 6. The man was initially pulled over for a lane violation and after bringing in a drug-sniffing dog to the site, the Ohio State Highway Patrol found a small bag of marijuana and mutliple tanks of nitrous oxide in the vehicle. Nitrous oxide, which can be found in whipped cream cans and race cars, is the most abused inhalant and is considered by law a harmful intoxicant. The driver, Evangelos R. Scullion, 41, was booked in the county jail on a charge of trafficking over $177,000 worth of harmful intoxicants and could face up to 18 months in prison and a $5,000 fine if found guilty.
Richfield, OH: A New York man was arrested on the Ohio Turnpike after state troopers discovered he was trafficking 939 pounds of nitrous oxide on April 6. The man was initially pulled over for a lane violation and after bringing in a drug-sniffing dog to the site, the Ohio State Highway Patrol found a small bag of marijuana and mutliple tanks of nitrous oxide in the vehicle. Nitrous oxide, which can be found in whipped cream cans and race cars, is the most abused inhalant and is considered by law a harmful intoxicant. The driver, Evangelos R. Scullion, 41, was booked in the county jail on a charge of trafficking over $177,000 worth of harmful intoxicants and could face up to 18 months in prison and a $5,000 fine if found guilty.
West Virginia Man Accused of Huffing and Stealing Duster Cans
Via: The Herald-Dispatch
Huntington, WV: A 25-year old man was cited with shoplifting over $400 worth of duster cans from a local Walmart. According to police, Walmart employees witnessed him huff the aerosol cans in the store on April 6 before attempting to steal four more cans. The man was transported to the hospital for treatment.
Huntington, WV: A 25-year old man was cited with shoplifting over $400 worth of duster cans from a local Walmart. According to police, Walmart employees witnessed him huff the aerosol cans in the store on April 6 before attempting to steal four more cans. The man was transported to the hospital for treatment.
Miami University Student Charged with Huffing
Via: Dayton Daily News
Oxford, FL: Nathan Tanner McGehee, A Miami University student, was charged with abusing harmful intoxicants after being found huffing computer duster in a grocery store bathroom on March 28. Police say the 20 year old was caught huffing duster two weeks prior and that employees of the store heard the aerosol can being used. McGehee was found with six cans of computer duster in his backpack, all of which were purchased at the same grocery store.
Oxford, FL: Nathan Tanner McGehee, A Miami University student, was charged with abusing harmful intoxicants after being found huffing computer duster in a grocery store bathroom on March 28. Police say the 20 year old was caught huffing duster two weeks prior and that employees of the store heard the aerosol can being used. McGehee was found with six cans of computer duster in his backpack, all of which were purchased at the same grocery store.
Vehicle Explodes After Man Huffs Propane
Via: Winona Daily News
Winona, MN: A 1999 Chevrolet Blazer exploded in Winona on the night of March 26 after a man lit a cigarette in his car after huffing propane. The combination of the two caused the car's windows to break and windshield to fly 40 yards away. The man denied medical treatment for the minor burns he suffered after escaping the vehicle and was not charged by police, although he did admit to huffing.
Winona, MN: A 1999 Chevrolet Blazer exploded in Winona on the night of March 26 after a man lit a cigarette in his car after huffing propane. The combination of the two caused the car's windows to break and windshield to fly 40 yards away. The man denied medical treatment for the minor burns he suffered after escaping the vehicle and was not charged by police, although he did admit to huffing.
Houston Councilman's Cause of Death Discovered
Via: Houston Public Media
Houston, TX: Houston Councilman Larry Green's cause of death was discovered to be the result of an accidental drug overdose. Green died in his home on March 6 after huffing chloroethane and using methamphetamine. Chloroethane is sold in aerosol cans and marketed as a "cleaning solvent" that can be used as a refrigerant and local anesthetic. It is suspected that after huffing the chloroethane, which seriously depresses the central nervous system, Green attempted to self-medicate by using the methamphetamine, a stimulant. Councilman Green was 52 years old.
Houston, TX: Houston Councilman Larry Green's cause of death was discovered to be the result of an accidental drug overdose. Green died in his home on March 6 after huffing chloroethane and using methamphetamine. Chloroethane is sold in aerosol cans and marketed as a "cleaning solvent" that can be used as a refrigerant and local anesthetic. It is suspected that after huffing the chloroethane, which seriously depresses the central nervous system, Green attempted to self-medicate by using the methamphetamine, a stimulant. Councilman Green was 52 years old.
Wednesday, March 28, 2018
California Man Found Huffing in Public
Via: Mountain Democrat
Placerville, CA: A man was arrested on Monday after being found unconscious on the ground. After being checked by paramedics, the local Sheriff's Department determined that Jeremy Lacey, 28, had been huffing compressed air prior to arrest.
Placerville, CA: A man was arrested on Monday after being found unconscious on the ground. After being checked by paramedics, the local Sheriff's Department determined that Jeremy Lacey, 28, had been huffing compressed air prior to arrest.
Tuesday, March 27, 2018
Michigan Man Crashes Car After Huffing
Via: 9&10 News
Mount Pleasant, MI: A man crashed his car into a business sign on Monday night after swerving across multiple lanes of traffic. Police say the man admitted to drinking, taking Xanax, and huffing computer duster prior to driving. Nobody was seriously injured, but the man is expected to be charged with driving under the influence.
Mount Pleasant, MI: A man crashed his car into a business sign on Monday night after swerving across multiple lanes of traffic. Police say the man admitted to drinking, taking Xanax, and huffing computer duster prior to driving. Nobody was seriously injured, but the man is expected to be charged with driving under the influence.
Thursday, March 1, 2018
Couple Charged with Child Abuse, Giving Infant an Inhalant
Via: Brownsville Herald
Brownsville, Texas: A Couple was found passed out outside a storage unit with a baby in their truck. When interviewed by police, the couple admitted to both fondling and giving the child an air inhalant. The man is charged with possession and use of an inhalant and aggravated assault. The woman is charged with possession and use of an inhalant, injury to a child and abandon endangerment of a child criminal neglect.
Brownsville, Texas: A Couple was found passed out outside a storage unit with a baby in their truck. When interviewed by police, the couple admitted to both fondling and giving the child an air inhalant. The man is charged with possession and use of an inhalant and aggravated assault. The woman is charged with possession and use of an inhalant, injury to a child and abandon endangerment of a child criminal neglect.
Monday, February 19, 2018
Man Found Dead With Aerosol Can in His Mouth
Via: Newsweek
Manhattan, New York: A man was found dead in his apartment surrounded by almost two dozen aerosol cans, one being in his mouth. Huffing the compressed air from the aerosol cans caused his death.
Thursday, February 1, 2018
Woman Arrested and Three People Cited After Huffing Incident
Via: Kajo Radio
Azalea, Oregon: Public safety officials were alerted that multiple individuals were observed using inhalants inside a vehicle parked at a store. Once officers arrived, a woman was arrested due to a prior probation violation for assault. She was also cited for unlawful possession of inhalants. Two other individuals were cited for public consumption of alcohol.
Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Lawmakers Attempt to Legalize Huffing is Rejected
Via: Sentinel Source
A bill to legalize huffing was reviewed and rejected by the House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs Committee. Lawmakers who co-sponsored the bill claimed that a huffing violation is the equivalent of a traffic ticket; therefore, it does nothing.
A bill to legalize huffing was reviewed and rejected by the House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs Committee. Lawmakers who co-sponsored the bill claimed that a huffing violation is the equivalent of a traffic ticket; therefore, it does nothing.
Friday, January 12, 2018
Woman Found Dead Possibly Due to Huffing
Via: 9News
Denver, CO: A woman was found unconscious by her father in their home. Medical staff attempted to revive the woman for forty-five minutes to no avail. A can of aerosol was found near her body. Investigators are now looking into whether the can has anything to do with her death.
Denver, CO: A woman was found unconscious by her father in their home. Medical staff attempted to revive the woman for forty-five minutes to no avail. A can of aerosol was found near her body. Investigators are now looking into whether the can has anything to do with her death.
Wednesday, January 10, 2018
Trial Starts for Woman Accused of Fatal Car Crash
Via: Sentinel Tribune
Bowling Green, OH: A woman has began trial for a fatal 2016 car crash. A case of beer, a bag of marijuana and a can of duster were found inside the vehicle. She is facing seven counts including two counts of involuntary manslaughter, one count of reckless homicide, one count of aggravated vehicular homicide, one count of possession of cocaine, one count of driving under a financial responsibility law suspension or cancellation and one count of operating a vehicle while under the influence of a controlled substance.
Bowling Green, OH: A woman has began trial for a fatal 2016 car crash. A case of beer, a bag of marijuana and a can of duster were found inside the vehicle. She is facing seven counts including two counts of involuntary manslaughter, one count of reckless homicide, one count of aggravated vehicular homicide, one count of possession of cocaine, one count of driving under a financial responsibility law suspension or cancellation and one count of operating a vehicle while under the influence of a controlled substance.
Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Woman Arrested Twice within 24 Hours for Huffing
Via: Miami Herald
Marathon Flordia: A woman was arrested after being found disoriented and with four cans of duster. She was charged with inhaling harmful chemicals and shortly thereafter was released from jail. Two hours later, she was arrested again after being found inhaling in a gas station. She was handed another charge for inhaling harmful chemicals.
Marathon Flordia: A woman was arrested after being found disoriented and with four cans of duster. She was charged with inhaling harmful chemicals and shortly thereafter was released from jail. Two hours later, she was arrested again after being found inhaling in a gas station. She was handed another charge for inhaling harmful chemicals.
Tuesday, January 2, 2018
Man Charged Three Days in a Row for Huffing
Via: Globe Gazette
Mason City, Iowa: A man has been jailed after being charged three days in a row for huffing, operating while intoxicated and fighting with a police officer twice over the period of the weekend.
Mason City, Iowa: A man has been jailed after being charged three days in a row for huffing, operating while intoxicated and fighting with a police officer twice over the period of the weekend.
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