Michigan Man Charged With Huffing and Driving

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In Traverse City, Michigan a man was found passed out behind the wheel of his car with a can of air duster. The man was arrested for driving under the influence.

Nashville Man Arrested for Huffing While Driving

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A 20-year-old man has been charged with public intoxication and inhaling fumes. Officers observed the man in a parking lot while he inhaled from the bottom of a duster can and began convulsing.

Pennsylvania Man Found Naked Huffing from a Gasoline Canister

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A 23-year-old man in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania was charged with indecent exposure, open lewdness, public intoxication, and disorderly conduct after he was discovered naked on a front step, huffing from a gasoline canister.

Louisiana State Rep Calls for More Awareness of Addiction to Inhalants

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State Rep Berthelot of Louisiana urges Office of Behavioral Health to raise awareness of addiction to inhalants on behalf of a woman who lost her son to huffing.

Kansas Woman Causes Fatal Wreck After Huffing

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A 25-year-old Olathe, Kansas woman has been accused of huffing gas after causing a fatal car crash. The woman has been charged with abusing toxic vapors, reckless driving, and second degree murder after. The woman was involved in a head on collision caused the death of the other 77-year-old driver.

Delaware Man Faces Charges of Huffing While Driving

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A witness reported that a 31-year-old Delaware man was huffing from a balloon while operating a motor vehicle. The man denied the the action but was later arrested for charges of inhaling harmful intoxicants.

Espanola Man Passes Out After Huffing

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A 22 year old Espanola man nearly dies after passing out while huffing an air duster in a mall washroom. Police found the man slumped over in the stall. The man was charged with shoplifting and violating prohibition for consumption of toxic substances.

Pennsylvania Police Chief Fired for Huffing

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A Danville, Pennsylvania Police Chief has been fired after inhaling an electronics cleaner while on duty. The 41-year-old pleaded guilty to possessing an electronic cleaning product and using it to get high. He is serving 12 months' probation and is to complete community service.

North Dakota Woman Struggles with Addiction to Huffing

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A 28-year-old Fargo, North Dakota woman faces many police calls regarding aerosol can abuse. Police responded to a call from a homeless shelter, this being the first of many. She has been charged multiple times with inhaling volatile chemicals.

Rapid City Mother Warns Against Huffing

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A Rapid City mother shares the dangers of abusing inhalants to other parents after her 18 year old daughter passed away.

Inmate Caught Huffing

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Police discover a 29 year old inmate of Twinsburg, Ohio huffing cleaning solution after saturating his underwear in the liquid. He is now faces additional charges of  abusing harmful intoxicants.

Pennsylvania Woman Drives Into Subway High on Duster

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 "Police are investigating after a woman crashed her truck into a sign and later admitted she had been 'huffing' prior to the crash.

North Huntingdon Township police were sent to the scene at a Subway restaurant on Route 30 shortly before 4 p.m. According to police, a 23-year-old woman struck the sign outside the restaurant with her pickup truck, and the truck became fully engulfed in flames. The woman and her 5-year-old son were helped out of their vehicle by an eyewitness. The woman sustained minor injuries, and the child was unharmed.

The eyewitness told police that the woman threw something into a nearby dumpster after escaping the flaming truck. In the dumpster, police found a can of compressed gas. The woman later admitted that she had been 'huffing' the computer duster prior to the crash."

New Hampshire Man Arrested for Huffing, Assaulting Police Officer, and Resisting Arrest

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"Police said a man was found "huffing" in his car sitting in a parking lot.

Wednesday afternoon, police responded to the parking lot of the Colonial Plaza in West Lebanon to find a 26-year-old man passed out in his parked car. Police also saw several cans of computer duster in the car with the man when they tried to wake him.

The man then grabbed one of the duster cans and began to inhale the vapors. Police ordered him to stop, trying to take the can away from him, but he then slammed the door on the officer and continued to inhale the vapor.

The man was evaluated at the scene and charged with simple assault on a police officer and resisting arrest - both Class A misdemeanors. He was also charged with inhaling toxic vapors for effect - a violation level offense.

Kentucky Woman Arrested After Found Passed Out from Huffing

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"A Laurel County woman is behind bars after police say she was caught huffing and unable to tell them where her child was.

The sheriff's department says deputies found [the woman] unresponsive outside a home."

They say at one point, the woman jumped up and began huffing again.

Deputies say she told them a child was in the home, but they later discovered that the 9-year-old was at school.

The woman is charged with public intoxication and volatile substance abuse."

Police Arrest Arkansas Woman Accused of Huffing Behind the Wheel

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Police arrested a woman on suspicion of driving under the influence of intoxicants, despite her denying use of any intoxicants. 

"The arresting officer said she acted 'surprised and insulted' when he asked if she had been inhaling any sort of paint or computer duster.

She denied having any type of inhalant in the vehicle and agreed to a search of the car, the report stated.

When she got out of the car and officer at the scene said he 'noticed her shoving something up her shirt.'

Not sure if the 'large bulge' in her stomach area was a weapon or not, the officer reportedly ordered her to place her hands on top of the car then grabbed the object hidden beneath her waistband.

“It was a can of air duster,” the officer stated in the report.

"[Two officers] noted the can was empty and cold, indicating it had been recently used."

South Dakota Woman Gets 5-Year Sentence for Inhalant Arrest

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A South Dakota woman involved in a high-speed chase from the police while intoxicated on computer duster was sentenced to five years in jail. After hitting several trees and nearly hitting an oncoming driver at speeds up to 91 mph, the woman was finally apprehended by police, at which point she bit the officers as they handcuffed her. The officers reported she was so intoxicated that she could hardly sit up. Police also reported that they had seen her inhaling from the can of duster prior to the collisions with trees and driving off the road. Given her history of 5 previous DUI offenses and potential to repeat, the judge ruled that she be given five years in jail.

Colorado Man Arrested for Huffing and Driving

via http://www.canoncitydailyrecord.com

Deputies responded to Kwik Stop No. 8, Cañon, on an intoxicated driver. RP stated there was a man in a red truck drinking out of a bottle and then would pass out. Deputies made contact with the 31-year-old man driving the red Chevy. Driver was place in custody for DUID and it was later determined he was huffing a can of whip it.

Texas Man Punches Mother After Caught Huffing

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"Police responded to caller in the 2700 block of Hilcroft Avenue who said her son assaulted her at 11:30 p.m. Saturday.

The caller told a dispatcher she caught her son huffing, at which point he punched her and broke a window, according to a police report.

The suspect is being charged with assault and criminal mischief."

Man found passed out after “huffing” inhalants in store bathroom

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"Police in Lancaster say a man was found passed out in a Transit Road store bathroom after “huffing” inhalants. The 38-year-old was seen sitting on a toilet with a can of compressed gas pressed against his mouth, according to police. Authorities say he became conscious again minutes later.

During a search, officers say they located two cans of computer duster in the men’s bathroom and four more bottles in the women’s bathroom. The ones found in the women’s bathroom had been used, according to police.

The man was taken to ECMC for treatment. Police expect to charge him with a public health law violation. He could also face charges for petit larceny and burglary."

Man High on Duster Kills Veteran in Car Crash

via http://www.dispatch.com

A 27-year-old man driving 100 miles per hour killed a war veteran in a head-on collision on Monday.

According to the patrol's written report of the crash, troopers found a can of computer duster between the man's leg and his car's center console. The receipt showed the man had bought it just minutes earlier at the nearby Walmart, near the entrance to the highway where the crash occurred. The man has been charged with driving without a license, aggravated vehicle homicide charges and two counts of aggravated vehicular assault.

Michigan Man Found Guilty of Huffing and Driving

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A 23-year-old Michigan man was found guilty of his second DUI offense, this time for driving while under the influence of inhaled chemicals. Police identified a duster that the man used to get high while operating his vehicle. A jury found the man guilty, and will be sentenced to up to one year in jail.

5 Arizona Elementary Students Sick after Huffing

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Five elementary school students were caught huffing aerosol cleaner after one fell sick. Police responded to the incident at Horizon School at noon. One student who had fainted was expected to be ok, but was taken to the hospital along with another student for precautionary reasons. The students are expected to recover, although there was no report on disciplinary action by the school.

Maine Fatal Fire Likely Caused By Inhalants

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The Maine State Fire Marshal's Office revealed that the car fire that proved fatal to a 34-year-old man was likely caused when fumes from an aerosol can were sparked by a cigarette. The man suffered severe facial and manual burns, but managed to walk to neighbor's house to call for help. From there, he was taken to Maine General Medical Center and then to Maine Medical Center, where he died. 

Investigators said that the man was "huffing" from an aerosol can, and found several empty aerosol cans inside the car. They also state that the man was a smoker, and the two factors combined to cause the fatal fire. 

Wisconsin Man Caught Stealing and Huffing Dusters

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An Eau Claire resident was caught stealing cans of computer cleaner from a local Menards store, and huffing them inside the business. Police were called to the store and found him struggling to maintain his balance and keep his eyes open, signs that he had been abusing the product in the store. He was reported to have stolen as many as 17 two-packs of the dusters, and police found several stolen cans in his vehicle. A $500 cash bail was set for the man, who returns to court March 14. As conditions of bail, he cannot have contact with Menards stores or possess aerosol cans.

South Carolina Woman Caught Huffing Duster in Walmart Bathroom

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Spartanburg police were called to the scene at a local Walmart upon receiving reports of "someone spray painting the bathroom with the doors locked". Police arrived to find the suspect passed out on the bathroom floor, surrounded by eight cans of compressed air dusters. Six of the cans were taken from the Walmart. 

When discovered, the suspect had vomited and hit her head while falling inside the restroom. She was taken to the emergency room for immediate care, then booked for Inhalation of Hydrocarbons. 

Utah Driver Huffs Duster, Crashes

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An 18-year-old driver in Utah was found trapped in his vehicle following a crash into a light pole and palm tree. The driver was huffing computer duster while driving and lost consciousness, causing the violent crash. Emergency personnel transported him to Dixie Regional Medical Center, where he remains.

New York Man Accused of Stealing and "Huffing" Inhalant

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A 30-year-old Arden man was arrested after being seen taking cans of duster into the bathroom of a local Target store and "huffing" them to get high. According to the Police report, the man was taken to Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center for treatment of his pain and disorientation. Following treatment, he was charged with petit larceny, possession of stolen property, criminal mischief, inhalation of toxic vapors, and appearing under the influence in public.

"Huffing" Suspected in Fatal New York Car Accident

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A 26-year-old driver was charged with criminally negligent homicide and third degree assault following a car accident that killed a 72-year-old grandmother. The grandmother was survived by her granddaughter in the accident in Depew, NY. Police reports do not specifically detail duster abuse as the cause, but sources familiar with the driver and her habits discuss her duster use being a problem in the past, likely contributing to loss of consciousness while driving. The driver could be facing up to 5 years in prison.

Pennsylvania Woman Huffing on College Campus

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Pennsylvania State College Police received reports of a woman in her 50's, not expected to be a student, huffing air duster on a bench outside the campus library. No charges have been filed yet.

Missouri Man Found Huffing Duster in Best Buy Bathroom

via http://www.semissourian.com

"A Ste. Genevieve man was arrested Tuesday after allegedly being found in a Best Buy bathroom in Cape Girardeau, huffing air duster and refusing to leave. 57-year old Michael Dwayne Ruple was charged with misdemeanor possession of a solvent with intent to induce symptoms and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia...Ruple told Becker he was using air duster, he has been huffing for about two months, and he has a history of drug use."

Florida Lobbyist Dies from Inhalant Abuse

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Fred Leonhardt, a 65-year old lobbyist, attorney and political fundraiser, passed away in his home from a reported heart attack in October. Autopsy, however, discovered that a heart condition contributed to his death, which led to a final event of cardiac arrhythmia. Ethyl chloride, a compound found in cleaning solvents, was a factor that contributed to the fatal arrhythmia. Police recovered five aerosol bottles of a cleaning solvent and one bottle of nail polish remover, another potentially harmful intoxicant, at the scene. The autopsy also discovered substances in his blood consistent with the chemicals found in the aerosol cleaning solvent, leading to his death being ruled as an accident related to inhalant abuse.  

North Carolina Man Arrested for Huffing at Grocery Store

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A North Carolina man was arrested after tips came in of a suspicious person outside an Aldi grocery store. Employees requested that the man leave, but he did not, and was found outside the store by police. The police officers found two empty cans of computer duster in his backpack. The 34-year-old was arrested on charges of inhaling fumes for purpose of causing intoxication and second-degree trespassing. 

Alabama Man Wrecks Vehicle After Suspected Huffing, Faces DUI Charge

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A 23-year old man was arrested on suspicion of huffing after crashing into a telephone pole, continuing to drive, crossing opposite lanes of traffic, and ultimately crashing into woods off the road. Witnesses reported seeing the driver throw a small object from the car, which police determined to be a can of computer duster.

“About 5 feet from the vehicle, based on my training, I recognized a canister of compressed air that blows air on your keyboard,” the officer reported. “It’s not necessarily the air that gets you high, it's the propellant that’s used to propel it out of the canister.”The driver was discovered walking in the woods and given a field sobriety test, which led to his arrest for driving under the influence of inhalants. 

Two New York Men Found Unconscious After Huffing

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"Batavia Police were called to the Wal-Mart parking lot on Veterans Memorial Drive around 11:30 a.m., where they found Jesse Repass, 29, and Jade Repass, 20, both of Oakfield passed out in a vehicle. Officers say both were huffing fumes from dust cleaner.

Both were charged with inhalation of toxic vapors. Jade was released and is due back in court later this month, while Jesse was taken to the Genesee County Jail on $1,000 bail."

Oregon Woman Arrested Second Time for Driving Under the Influence of Inhalants

via http://www.oregonlive.com

Law enforcement arrested a woman in Oregon for driving under the influence of inhalants, following a hit and run. Witnesses reported that the driver appeared to be struggling to remain conscious. She was taken to the hospital for treatment of inhaling compressed air. This is the woman's third DUI this year, and the second time she was reported driving under the influence of inhalants.

Pennsylvania Police Chief Caught Huffing

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The 41-year-old Mahong Township Police Chief faces court on December 22, postponed from December 3, 2015. The officer was caught huffing from a can of compressed air while on duty back in May of 2015. According to the reports, his eyes fluttered and he was unresponsive, leading other officers to believe he was having a seizure. The officer has been in the police force for 18 years, and with the Mahong Township Police for 5 years.

The officer is on administrative leave without pay, and faces two counts each of sale or illegal use of certain solvents and noxious substances

One Dead, Suspect in Custody in Oklahoma Inhalant-Related Car Crash

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Prior to the car crash that took the life of one driver and injured the suspect, an Oklahoma family called in a tip for police to be on the lookout for a driver, high on keyboard cleaner. Within a few hours, the 25-year-old man drove head-on into traffic on I-44, killing another driver on impact. 

When police arrived, they reported that the drive appeared lethargic, with slurred speech and bloodshot eyes. He was arrested on charges of suspected DUI and first-degree manslaughter. 

Los Angeles Student Found Dead After Huffing Inhalant

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A Los Angeles student was found dead in his vehicle. Reports indicated that officers found him in the car, and it appeared he had been huffing, passed out, and suffocated to death. The student was only 18 years old.

Indiana Teen Caught Huffing In Park

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An Indiana teen was found by police following a report of concern from his mother. Police say they found the empty can of duster in the park and located the teen in front of a home on Briarcliff Parkway.  The 18-year-old was charged with Inhaling Toxic Vapors. 

Pennsylvania Man Charged with Huffing in Public Restroom

via http://www.pennlive.com
"On Monday, officers found Harold Mirabito Jr., 31, of Enola, on the floor of the bathroom at the Subway restaurant along the 400 block of North Enola Road, police said.

Mirabito was 'unresponsive with an aerosol container in his hand and another empty one on the floor. Police found him to be inhaling the container to get high,' according to a news release from the police.

Mirabito has been charged with illegal use of solvents and noxious substances, police said."

Maryland Woman Arrested for Huffing

A 36-year-old Maryland woman was arrested for huffing a harmful substance when a police officer conducted a wellness check. The officer determined the woman to be under the influence of inhalants when he approached her in her parked car. She was arrested for inhaling a harmful substance and two counts of paraphernalia possession.

Ohio Teens Killed in Inhalant-Related Car Crash

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Two teenagers were tragically killed in a car crash in Ohio on November , 2015. A surviving passenger in the car reported that the two boys killed were inhaling an air duster as an intoxicant, leading the driver to crash and end two lives

Georgia Officials Warn of Inhalant Abuse Linked Health Risks

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Officials in Georgia warn that teens who abuse various household items. In particular they want to spread awareness of sudden sniffing death syndrome. As its name suggests, it occurs when people inhale certain substances that cause rapid damage to the cardiovascular system.

Furthermore, officials describe how many teens and preteens are attempting to get drunk on alcohol-based hand sanitizer. In response to the rise of this action, these officials are warning parents and educators that this action can be quite harmful since it the alcohol in hand sanitizer is not meant for human consumption.

Minnesota Man Arrested for Inhalant Abuse

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During the afternoon of November 10th, 2015, a 46 year old man in Bemidji, Minnesota was arrested for abusing inhalants. According to local reports, this occurred after a welfare check.

16 Year Old Boy Dies after Inhaling Butane

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On Saturday November 7^th, a 16 year old boy in Ashikaga, Tochigi Prefecture died after inhaling butane. According to local police reports, he and four friends went to a park and began inhaling the gas. Allegedly, they did so by first collecting it in plastic bags. Shortly afterwards he collapsed.

His friends quickly called 119 (the Japanese equivalent of 911). However, this action was not enough. After paramedics arrived, he was soon taken to a local hospital. Although doctors attempted to treat him, the boy died around midnight.

South Carolina Inhalant Case Leads to Police Discoveries

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A South Carolina woman reported her boyfriend to the authorities for huffing paint. When they arrived, he "told the deputies that he didn’t know how the gold paint got [around his mouth and tongue] because he couldn’t remember painting anything. The deputies reported that he showed symptoms of inhalant abuse. Some of those symptoms, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, could include 'dizziness, drowsiness, slurred speech, lethargy, depressed reflexes, general muscle weakness, and stupor.'"


The discovery also prompted removal of a child from the home, as the trailer home was unfit for living. The police reported that the caller was intoxicated on alcohol, and the home was covered in feces, bugs, and garbage. 

California Man Arrested for Huffing while Driving; Reveals Drug Stockpile

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On Wednesday November 4, 2015, a man in Garberville, California was arrested after responding to a report that several individuals were huffing an inhalant know as whip-its. When they initially approached the group scattered. However, the authorities later perused one of the individuals by car after he tried to flee the scene.

After taking him into custody, the police found several hundred whip-it containers in the 34 year old man’s car. Furthermore they found dozens of containers of concentrated cannabis. Ultimately he was arrested and brought to Humboldt County Correctional Facility. The suspect was then charged with possession for sales / transportation of concentrated cannabis, driving on a suspended driver’s license, and violation of probation. His bail is set at $25,000.

South Carolina Father Arrested for Inhalant Abuse

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On Tuesday November 3, 2015, a couple in Spartanburg County South Carolina was arrested. The police were first concerned about suspected inhalant abuse. This was because one of the two had noticeable signs of this activity including a dazed appearance and paint on his face. However, when they enetered their home, they also became deeply concerned about parental neglect.

According to reports, the house was littered with insects, rats, mold, and dog feces. Furthermore, when the police asked the couple’s child to bring a pair of shoes, she was unable to do so. The original suspect was arrested for being under the influence of the Aromatic Hydrocarbons and the mother was arrested for child neglect. The daughter was taken into emergency protected custody.

Florida Doctor Accused of Huffing and Driving for Third Time

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A 61-year-old Florida podiatrist is accused of driving while under the influence of inhalants for the third time, following a ticket for reckless driving. The doctor was arrested after swerving off the road and damaging a light pole, and was seen throwing a can of electronics air duster into the woods. Police report that he had three incidents of driving involving duster cans in one week. The doctor was only arrested one of the three times because huffing effects are difficult to identify and typically only last 10-20 minutes, although they can kill immediately.

Rhode Island Driver Abuses Inhalants, Drags Police Office behind Car

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On the morning of Thursday October 29^th, several police officers in Warwick, Rhode Island responded to a report of an erratic driver. They arrived at a local gas station where they found a 27 year old woman who seemed confused in a car that had two blown out tires. Furthermore, the claim to have found huffing materials in the vehicle.

Reportedly, the driver put the car in gear after an officer tried to turn off the engine. This caused an officer to briefly get caught on the car. Fortunately he was not injured since he got loose after approximately ten feet. After this incident the police took the woman into custody and where she currently is facing several charges including DUI, reckless driving and possession of toxic substances.

Rhode Island Woman Charged with Driving Under the Influence of Inhalants

via http://warwickpost.com
"A Smithfield driver who huffed spray-air aerosol while driving early Oct. 29 then popped two tires on a curb was arrested by Warwick officers called to intercept her after she fled in her car, ramming two cruisers before police apprehended her.

The officers charged [her] with reckless driving, Driving Under the Influence of alcohol and/or drugs (the aerosol) and possession of a toxic substance (the aerosol). "

Green Bay Woman Faces Jail for Huffing OWI Offense

via http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com

A 41-year-old Green Bay woman faces an 18-month prison sentence after receiving her 5th DUI, in addition to three years of additional supervision and three years with her driver's license revoked. Police pulled the woman over for erratic driving and discovered cold cans of compressed air, indicating recent and prolonged use. Because of four previous DUI offenses, the incident of driving under the influence of inhalants qualified as a fifth offense, leading to jail time. She was also sentenced to nine months in jail on a misdemeanor charge of intentionally abusing a hazardous substance, which will be served at the same time. 

Wisconsin Woman Arrested after Driving Under the Influence of Inhalants

Via http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com

On the morning of October 29^th, a 41 year old woman from Green Bay Wisconsin was sentenced to 18 months in prison for operating a vehicle while under the influence of an inhalant. The court cited the fact that she was convicted of four separate charges of driving under the influence prior to this latest incident for the stiff sentence.

After she is released, she will serve three years of extended supervision. Also she will have her license suspended for three years. Additionally, the Brown County judge ruled that she must have an ignition interlock installed into her car for two years afterwards.

Texas Car Explosion Linked to Computer Duster

via http://dfw.cbslocal.com

Police were called to the scene of a car explosion in Plano, Texas, with reports detailing that a man with several cans of computer dusters was to blame. Witnesses reported the man scene fleeing from the car, and a bomb squad was called to investigate. As no explosives were discovered at the scene, authorities expect the explosion to have occurred when a man was huffing cans of compressed air duster, followed by lighting a cigarette. A man later appeared at a nearby hospital with burns, although he is reported to recover. No formal charges have been filed.

Florida Doctor Crashes Car after Huffing, Knocks out Power at Local Supermarket

Via http://www.actionnewsjax.com

On the morning of Tuesday October 27^th, a 61 year old physician in Saint Augustine crashed his car into a power pole. This left a major grocery store in the area without electricity. Police responding to the scene reported that the man in question was huffing computer cleaner.

According to the police report, he was fairly compliant with the arresting officers’ requests. However, he was physically unable to stand in order to carry out the field sobriety tests. However, the doctor was eventually taken to the county jail. From there he was charged with DUI with Property Damage and Leaving the Scene of an Accident with Property Damage.

Plano Authorities Suspect a Car fire was Started by Aerosol Abuse

Via http://thescoopblog.dallasnews.com

Upon witnessing a car fire in a local parking lot, Plano firefighters believed that the situation warranted an investigation.  According to their reports, the car contained several cans of computer cleaner that were likely used by the driver to become intoxicated. These possess a chemical called difluoroethane which is highly flammable. Therefore, they believe the car ignited when the driver tried to light a cigarette after abusing inhalants.

At the time of the incident, the driver was seen running from the burning car. However, local authorities soon found him. After taking him into custody, they quickly brought him to Parkland Hospital in order to treat his non-life threatening burns.

Michigan Man Found Huffing Duster In Parking Lot

via http://www.mlive.com/

A 19-year-old Michigan man was charged with prohibited use of a chemical agent and driving without a valid license following a tip to the police of a man spraying his face with an unknown substance in a Family Fare parking lot. Officers arrived and found him inhaling a can of duster. Paramedics were called to administer medical attention, and the man was subsequently arrested. 

Minnesota Driver Pleads Guilty in Huffing Related Crash

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A 26 year old man from Hastings Minnesota has pleaded guilty to criminal vehicular operation during a court appearance on Monday October 19^th. The charges stem from an incident that occurred on July 26^th in which he collided head on with another car. The other driver was taken to the hospital with back injuries.

Although he denied drinking that day, he admitted to having taken several “hits” from the aerosol cans in the back of his car on his way to work. His current charges count as a gross misdemeanor. Therefore, he will be required to serve 21 days in jail and spend two years on probation. Furthermore, he will have to undergo a chemical evaluation and stay off alcohol and controlled substances.

Washington Woman Hospitalized and Arrested Following Theft of Canned Air

Via http://www.chronline.com

A 31 woman in western Washington State was found passed out in a public bathroom on Saturday October 17th after huffing a significant amount of canned air. Once taken into custody, the police brought her to Providence Centralia Hospital.

Furthermore, the police cited the woman in question on suspicion of third-degree theft and inhaling toxic fumes.

Victim of Man who drove Under the Influence of Inhalants Offers Forgiveness

Via http://www.kptv.com

During an October court appearance, a traffic safety flagger publically forgave the 50 year old man who ran his car into her after inhaling nitrous oxide, also known as “whippets.” According to witnesses, the Portland man was weaving around traffic when he hit the woman despite her orange safety vest and sign that said “slow.” The collision left her in critical condition, although she is not beginning to heal.

After the March 25^th incident, the man pled guilty to charges of third-degree assault and driving under the influence of inhalants. He is currently scheduled to face a sentencing hearing on November 2^nd, 2015.

Family in West Michigan Tries to Raise Awareness about Inhalant Abuse

Via http://www.wwmt.com

A family from the Kalamazoo area has been on a mission to raise awareness about inhalant abuse. This has been in response to what they describe as the troubles of a 30 year old member of their family who has been addicted to inhalants for several years.

One of their main policy objectives is reducing access to potential inhalants in retail stores. As a precedent, they point to restrictions on Sudafed purchases.

Florida Man Sentenced After Huffing 'Duster' in Cemetery, Attacking Police

via http://www.nwfdailynews.com

A Florida man accused of huffing duster in a cemetery was sentenced to a year in prison for attacking police officers.

"Springfield Police were dispatched March 14 at about 1:30 p.m. to a cemetery at 1535 E. 15th St., where 34-year-old William Howard IV was huffing computer cleaner aerosol, also known as “duster.” When officers made contact with him, Howard reportedly became violent, attempting to kick officers several times. Even after police used a stun gun, Howard struggled and attempted to overpower the officers, police reported."

Pennsylvania Man Arrested for Stealing and Abusing Inhalants

Via http://lancasteronline.com

 A 29 year old man from Lancaster, Pennsylvania was charged with theft and illegal use of certain solvents and noxious substances on October 12^th, 2015. This occurred after he overdosed as a result of huffing compressed air spray. Furthermore, local officials claim that the man reported stealing two cans of air spray.

Man from Poulsbo, Washington Dies after Inhaling Air Duster

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A 29 year old man from Poulsbo, Washington fell into cardiac arrest subsequently and died on Saturday October 10^th, 2015. He had been taken to Harrison Medical Center after police took him into custody. As of the time the story was written, the police were withholding his name from the public until his next of kin could be located.

According to local reports, he was first discovered in a public restroom by the on duty store attendants. They reported that he was inhaling fumes in a stall to the police. Once the authorities arrived, they took him to the hospital where he was initially seen to be in relatively good health other than some scratches from an unrelated previous incident. However, his condition soon rapidly worsened and he passed away in a matter of hours

Man Arrested after Huffing Canned Air in a Park’s Portable Toilet

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On Saturday October 10^th, a 28 year old man in Ferndale, Michigan was arrested after police found him in a portable toilet with a can of compresses air. They arrived at the scene after witnesses reported a seeing a man enter the restroom and not leaving. Additionally, they claimed to hear the sound of a spray can and subsequently, a thud.

Officers reported that the man called out that he “was sleeping” in an extremely slurred manned after they knocked on the door. Later he was taken into custody and protested that he “only inhaled one can.” After he was cleared medically, he was issued a citation for abuse of inhalants under a local ordinance. Additionally, his parole officer was notified of the incident.

New Jersey Man Arrested after Huffing on Courthouse Grounds

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On Friday October 9^th, a 39 year old man from Toms River, New Jersey was observed inhaling the contents of an aerosol can on the grounds of the Ocean County Courthouse. The suspect was first seen by a local sheriff who called for assistance with arresting him at 9:44 A.M. According to police reports, the man was walking strangely and attempted to hide the can of computer cleaner in the sleeve of his shirt.  

After his arrest, the man was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and use or possession with intent to use. Furthermore, the Sheriff's office discovered that he was wanted on two probation warrants for bail violations.

Florida Man Sentenced after Huffing Computer Cleaner and Attacking Police

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A 34 year old man in Springfield, Florida was arrested on March 14, 2015 for inhaling the contents of a can of computer cleaner in a cemetery. As the police took him into custody, he repeatedly tried to kick and lash out at the officers. These acts of physical aggression continued even after the police used a stun gun on him.

After this incident, he was charged with inhaling a harmful chemical substance and resisting arrest with violence. After pleading no contest, he was sentenced to just over one year in prison on Friday October 9^th, 2015.

Michigan Man Found Huffing in Car While Waiting for Girlfriend

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On October 9^th 2015, a 19 year old man was allegedly found inhaling the contents of an aerosol can. The police report that the man drove with a suspended license to a store and brought a can of air duster. He then drove to a nearby parking lot and proceeded to inhale the contents while waiting for his girlfriend to finish work.

Local shoppers witnessed what the man was doing and reported it to the police. Once they arrived, they called paramedics out of concern for the young man’s medical state. After he was cleared, the alleged perpetrator was taken into custody and charged with prohibited use of a chemical agent and driving without a valid license.

Tennessee Man Arrested for Huffing and Driving

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A 35 year old man from Rockvale, Tennessee man was taken into custody on Tuesday night at approximately 6:40 PM after allegedly huffing and driving. While responding to a call regarding someone having a seizure behind the wheel, a local officer claims to have witnessed the man spraying canned duster into his nose while pulled over to the side of the road.

Upon confronting him, the officer claims that the man refused to cooperate. After gaining access to the car by breaking through a window, the Tennessee man reportedly put up a brief struggle against the arresting officer. From there he was taken first to a hospital and then to jail. Currently, he is being charged with resisting arrest and driving under the influence. The bond is set at $4,000.

Ottawa County Sheriff’s Deputies Report Increased Inhalant Abuse

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On October 6^th 2015, the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Deputies reported that they have investigated three separate instances of residents abusing inhalants while driving. The first two instances resulted in the drivers hitting trees. However, the third incident resulted in the driver crashing into a utility pole on Sunday October 4^th.

  The crashes occurred in Jamestown Township, Georgetown Township, and Coopersville respectively. The latest suspect suffered serious injuries, had his car totaled, and has been charged with driving while intoxicated.

Wisconsin Man Sentenced to One Year Probation for Huffing Spray Paint

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On October 6, 2015 a 44 year old man in Sheboygan Wisconsin was sentenced to one year probation for two separate incidents. The first was when in mid-July when the man’s brother called the authorities after finding him impaired. Later that day the Sheboygan man admitted to police that he has huffed an entire can of gold spray paint.

The second incident occurred in early-August in which he was found passed out on a railway bridge with a can of spray paint next to him. According to the man’s own admission, he has been addicted to huffing paint since he was 17.

Former Model Attempts to Regain Contact with Child Despite Inhalant Abuse

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In the New York metropolitan area, a former professional model is taking her billionaire ex-husband to court in order to regain visitation rights with their daughter. The woman has reportedly been cut off from her since their last court appearance in which the wealthy Long Island trader released a video of his ex-wife inhaling air-blast spray which is commonly used to clean computer keyboards.

In response to her ex-husband’s allegations that his actions have been simply been in the best interests of their daughter, the former model emphasizes that the girl need a mother in her life. Also she claims that her 2013 overdose was driven by stresses caused by her drawn out custody battle.

Michigan Man Crashes into Utility Pole after Huffing

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On the night of Sunday October 4, 2015, a man crashed his truck into a utility pole near Coopersville, Michigan. However, the Ottawa County Police Department has stated that the man was not injured from the collision.

According the local reports, the damage was fairly extensive as several power lines were pulled down in the process. Additionally, the department reported that the man in question inhaled canned air duster while driving and subsequently blacked out. He was taken into custody shortly afterwards.

Georgia Man Arrested After Inhaling Carburetor Cleaner in Van

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A man in Roswell, Georgia was arrested on Saturday October 3, 2015 after police found him unconscious in the back of a work van. According to local reports, he had huffed carburetor cleaner to the point that the responding officers were overwhelmed by the fumes when they opened the van doors.

Soon after finding the man, police took the man to the hospital. After he was given time to recover, they took the man to a local jail where he spent two days before being bonded out. Currently he is facing charges of huffing an illegal inhalant.

Woman Found Dead in Delaware Motel: Inhalant Abuse-related

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A 27 year old woman was found dead on Saturday October 3^rd 2015. The police were alerted of this occurrence by her 31 year old boyfriend who claimed to have found her in a motel in a Murfreesboro, Delaware motel room.

The boyfriend told the authorities that the woman had inhaled duster the night before. However, the exact cause and manner of death has yet to have been reported by the local medical examiner’s office. Currently the Murfreesboro police department is considering the incident to be part of an “unintended death investigation.”

Montana Mother who Provided Alcohol and Inhalants to her Children Sentenced

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A woman from Hamilton, Montana was sentenced to ten years in Montana Department of Corrections with five years suspended. She was first arrested in May 2014 after she provided alcohol to a 13-year-old boy, who became extremely sick in the motel room where she was staying with her 14-year-old daughter. However, the mother did not seek medical treatment because she “was worried about getting into trouble.” The second incident occurred when she was released on bail in November. During this time, she abused inhalants with her children. After consuming these products, one of her children fell and hit its head and subsequently had two seizures.

These events were reportedly part of a larger parenting trend. Another allegation included regularly using drugs in front of her children. Additionally, is also accused of regularly bringing various men home for the purpose of having sexual intercourse in front of her children. Her defense attorney cited the physical and sexual abuse that she suffered as a child as reasons for her behavior. However, the judge rejected her please for clemency during sentencing.

Connecticut Man Bites State Trooper after Inhaling Dust Cleaner

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A 25 year old man from Somers, Connecticut was arrested on the night of Thursday October 1^st 2015 and was charged with assaulting a police, interfering with an officer and resisting arrest, disorderly conduct, interfering with an emergency call and third-degree assault. The police originally arrived after receiving two 911 calls from family members who reported that he had started throwing objects and smashed a phone when a relative tried to call 911. This allegedly began after he had inhaled the contents of a can of dust cleaner.

When the police attempted to put the young man, in handcuffs, he bit an officer and began spitting. Due to his violent actions, the police responded by using pepper spray. The man was arraigned in Rockville Superior Court on Friday October 2^nd and was held on $50,000 bond. He is due back in court later in the month.

Body of Missing Arkansas Woman Found, Inhalant Abuse Suspected

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On Wednesday September 30^th, the body of a young woman was found. Unfortunately, she passed away in her car in a store’s parking lot. By that point, it had been quite some time since her relatives had reported her missing.

Friends of the 21 year old woman reported that she had a history of inhalant abuse. Additionally, police reported that she had multiple cans of hairspray in the car. However, while police reported that they did not suspect foul play, they are waiting until a coroner’s report is released before they indicate the cause of death.

Blacksburg, Virginia Concert to Raise Money for Anti-Huffing Awareness

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A concert was held on Sunday September 13^th 2015 at Blacksburg Presbyterian Church in order to raise money for inhalant abuse awareness. This was triggered by the death of a 41-year-old husband and father of two young children from inhalant abuse. The man was found dead clutching a can of computer cleaner. According to the family, he was suffering from PTSD from his most recent combat tour and had a long history of risk taking.

The concert itself was set up in order to raise money. Admission was free, although attendees were highly encouraged to donate to a memorial fund. Even before the event, it had raised over $8,500. The funds are designated for educational programs related to the issue and will be concentrated in Montgomery County Public Schools.

Arkansas Woman Arrested for Huffing in a Public Bathroom

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On the morning of Saturday September 12^th 2015, a woman in Jonesboro, Arkansas was found passed out in a store’s bathroom. According to reports, a store associate needed to crawl into the stall to see to the woman’s well-being. Once the full extent of the situation became apparent, the police were called.

Once the 41 year old woman regained consciousness, she allegedly tried to continue huffing air duster. However, she later expressed remorse and said that what she did was “a stupid thing to do.” After being removed from the premises she was taken to the Craighead County Detention Center where she was charged with inhalant abuse.

Man Arrested in South Carolina for Inhalant Abuse-related Theft

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A 24 year old man in Charleston, South Carolina was arrested for stealing a can of keyboard cleaner from a local store on Saturday September 12^th 2015. He admitted to doing so in order to become intoxicated by inhaling it. Records indicate that the man was found unconscious with the can next to him in close proximity to the store.

Typically this crime would be a misdemeanor in South Carolina. However, since the young man has prior convictions, he will be given a felony charge according to local authorities. 

After Death, Nunavut Chief Corner Warns that Inhalant Abuse can be Fatal

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On September 9^th 2015, the Chief Coroner of Nunavut warned listeners about the dangers of huffing. This occurred two days after the death of a local nineteen year old. This young man was pronounced dead at the Pond Inlet Health Centre due to his abuse of inhalants.

In her speech, the coroner described the harm that can come from these actions. Also she called on various organizations to spread awareness about the issue.

Pennsylvania Woman Caught Huffing Under Clothing Rack

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According to local police, a woman in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania stole a can of compressed air from a store and huffed it both while hiding underneath a clothing rack and in the parking lot. Reportedly her actions were caught on the store’s surveillance cameras during the September 8^th incident.

She was quickly arrested and was taken to Lancaster County Prison. From there she was charged with retail theft and illegal use of a noxious substances and was held on $10,000 bail.

Florida Man Found Passed Out Behind Wheel after Huffing Compressed Air

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On Tuesday September 8^th 2015, a 30 year old man in Boca Raton was arrested and charged with fleeing and eluding and inhaling a harmful chemical. When police found him at approximately 6:30 PM, his car was sitting on a roadway and he was passed out on the steering wheel. However, when the police tapped on the window, the driver briefly regained consciousness and drove off. However, he was soon found at a nearby restaurant where he inhaled more computer cleaner before being arrested.

After arresting the suspect, he was taken to Boca Raton Hospital. After he was given a chance to recover, he was briefly detained at Palm Beach County Jail. When questioned, the suspect claimed to not have any recollection of the previous night’s events.

Oregon Man Abuses Inhalants, Crashes Car into Wetland

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A 29 year old man from Myrtle Creek crashed a car in a wetland near a commercial outlet in Roseburg, Oregon while allegedly under the influence of inhalants.  According to police reports, the driver drove his car through a chain link fence and parked on a grassy area nearby. When the police arrived at approximately 12:40 AM on September 6^th 2015, he was reportedly still huffing from one of his several air duster cans.

The man was quickly arrested without incident and his vehicle was removed by a local towing company. He was charged with DUII Inhalants, DWS Violation, Unlawful Possession of Inhalants, and Failure to Return a Suspended License.

Madison Driver Fatally Strikes Pedestrian after Huffing from a Spray Can

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According to Madison police, a 36 year old man inhaled fumes from a can of computer cleaner while driving on Saturday September 5^th 2015. This caused him to briefly lose consciousness. This caused him to careen onto the sidewalk and collide into a 51 year old man.

The driver soon drove off but stopped shortly afterwards. Police initially took driver to the hospital where he received treatment for a medical condition unrelated to the crash. Three days later he was taken to the Dane County Jail pending charges.  

Woman Found Unresponsive in Car after Huffing Aerosols

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On the night of Tuesday September 1^st, a woman in West Monroe, Louisiana was found unconscious in her car by an Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s deputy. The officer approached the vehicle because it was blocking traffic. However, when he saw that the driver was unconscious and shaking, he forced entry into the car and called emergency responders.

Once the woman, who had an aerosol can in her hand and eleven more in the car, was deemed to be in stable condition by medical professionals, she was arrested and taken to Ouachita Correctional Center. From there she was charged with abusing of toxic vapors and impeding the flow of traffic.

Incidentally, this was not the first time this woman had faced similar charges. A year earlier, she was found abusing inhalants in a car and was in almost equally poor condition.

Indiana Teen Charged with Homicide

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An 18 year old man in New Palatine Indiana has been charged with homicide after running into and killing a 22 year old cyclist. This incident occurred in August and resulted in the offender being taken back to prison. He had out on bond prior to his trial for inhalant abuse charges. However, his freedom was revoked after driving into the cyclist with a blood-alcohol level of .28.

After the crash, which occurred on the alleged perpetrators 18^th birthday, the court ruled that he would be treated as an adult by the court. The driver currently faces six felony charges and one Class 

C misdemeanor related to the accident. His trial date is set to occur on January 12^th.

California Parolee Caught Inhaling Aerosol Cans Found in Dumpster

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On the morning of Monday August 31^st, 2015, police found a 30 year old man hiding behind a dumpster and inhaling the contents of several stolen aerosol cans. Upon seeing this, the police claim that the man, who was on parole for a previous burglary case at the time, was a threat to both himself and others.

As a result, the California man was arrested on suspicion of being under the influence and shoplifting. This represents the second time he was brought in for this issue. In 2011, he was arrested for getting high off of paint thinner in Shasta County, California.

Indiana Woman Allegedly Huffs Computer Duster on Back of Motorcycle

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On Monday August 31^st, a woman was arrested after inhaling keyboard cleaner while riding on the back of a motorcycle in Hobart, Indiana. Officers first responded to the case after they received reports of a woman lying in the middle of the street. When they found the woman in question, she responded by stating that she was alright and that simply fallen off of the motorcycle. Officers noticed that she had a can of keyboard cleaner in her purse. However, she claimed that she had simply purchased it to help clean a friend’s computer. Despite this story, the officers decided to follow her after she got back on the motorcycle.

During this time they witnessed her huffing from the can and subsequently going limp and nearly falling off again. Allegedly she admitted to one of the officers that she inhaled because she was “having a bad day.” Ultimately she was arrested and charged with inhaling toxic vapors, a misdemeanor, and was transported to Porter County Jail. The driver claimed to have no knowledge of her actions.

Maine Driver Attempts to Evade Police after Inhaling Keyboard Cleaner

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A man from Topsham Maine was arrested on the night of Monday August 31st after inhaling keyboard cleaner and attempting to evade police. According to local authorities, after a relatively low-speed car chase due to a prior trespassing issue, the man crashed his SUV into a guardrail. When police approached, he allegedly began huffing in front of them. From there, the officers removed the keys from the ignition and took him into custody.

He was charged with operating under the influence of drugs, driving to endanger, failure to stop for a police officer and civil possession of inhalants.  After his arrest, the man was transported to the Two Bridges Regional Jail in Wiscasset, where he was held on $1,000 cash bail.

Florida Officer Dragged behind Car of Fleeing Suspect: Inhalant Abuse Suspected

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A Florida man was arrested on Sunday August 30^th after inhaling compressed air and attempting to flee the scene. Officers in the town of Stuart found the man passed out in behind the wheel in a drive-thru. However, he drove off almost as soon as he woke up.

Unfortunately, while driving off, an officer was caught on the car and dragged along. The suspect in question was taken into custody soon afterwards. The officer who was dragged behind the car was taken to the hospital and is now recovering.  

Kansas Woman Inhales Computer Cleaner, Gets Instant Frostbite

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A 32 year old woman was arrested for abusing toxic vapors after stealing a can of compressed air and inhaling the contents in an aisle of a Johnson City Kansas store.  However, this was after she faced gruesome injuries from her actions on August 29^th.

As a result of her inhalant abuse, the woman received instant frostbite throughout much of her face. However, despite the quite extensive damage, she refused medical care, at least initially, when an ambulance arrived following a 911 call from those who witnessed the incident. The Kansas woman was taken to Johnson County Jail although she was soon released on a $350 bond

Teenage Boy in Ireland found dead, Inhalant Abuse-related

via www.independent.ie 

On the morning of Wednesday August 12^th, 2015, a 14 year old boy from Cork, Ireland was found dead by his grandparents. An officer who arrived at the scene reported that he found a can containing butane near the area where the body was discovered.

By Friday October 3^rd, an investigation into the boy’s death concluded that this incident was the result of inhalant abuse. This was consistent with the post-mortem that indicated the presence of butane and propane.

Minnesota Man Huffing and Driving Crashes into Another Vehicle

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A 26-year-old Minnesota man was charged with third-degree operating a motor vehicle under the influence, reckless driving, careless driving and two counts of criminal vehicular operation after huffing and driving.

Officers responded to a call of a head on collision.  The man driving was incoherent. Once coherent, he denied taking medications or drinking alcohol and he consented to a search of his car, "with the caveat that officers might find aerosol cans because he was 'huffing' the night before."

Officers found a partially empty aerosol can that had condensation and was cold to touch, meaning it had recently been used.  In a statement to officers, the man said he took six to seven hits from the can while driving to work.  The woman in the car he hit was taken to the hospital for back injuries.

Texas Man Arrested for Huffing and Driving

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A 43-year-old Texas man was arrested for DWI after he allegedly huffed from computer duster spray  and crashed his car into a ditch.

Police officers had to use their batons to smash through the back window to get to the driver.  The man reached into the passenger's side, pulled a can of duster, and started huffing it.  Cell phone video from the accident shows the man stumbling towards the ambulance.

Oklahoma Man Crashes While Huffing

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An Oklahoma man was arrested after crashing his car and nearly running over a firefighter.

The man hopped a curb where he then crashed into a fence.  "Witnesses said the driver looked like he was having a seizure and was slumped over the wheel."  Firefighters found the man huffing from a compressed air can.  After seeing police, the man threw his car into reverse and nearly hit a firefighter.  The man was stopped by a police officer who knocked in the car's passenger side window and removed the keys from the ignition.  The man was taken to the hospital as a precaution before being transferred to the local jail.

Oklahoma Man Arrested for Huffing and Theft of Vehicle

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A 27-year-old Oklahoma man was arrested for physical control of a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs and theft of a vehicle.

Police found the man passed out inside of a vehicle that he had pulled into a driveway.  Medics reported that when they arrived at the scene the man had a can of computer duster spray up to his mouth.   When medics asked the man to stop huffing and turn the truck off, the man allegedly continued to huff the duster until the can was empty and then attempted to put the truck in reverse and leave.  Medics intervened and turned the truck off, which made the man agitated and aggressive. The man held his car door closed until authorities arrived.

The man admitted that he had been huffing duster.  Six cans of dusters were recovered from the car.  After the man was arrested, police received information that the vehicle the man was in was reported stolen.

Michigan Man Wanted for Huffing and Fighting

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A 43-year-old Michigan man is being sought in connection to an assault outside a substance abuse rehabilitation center.

The man ran off after a confrontation where he was seen punching and kicking another man.  Police say the man was seen huffing glue out a bag, and that the man has been the subject of many other calls.  This week the man was also seen huffing paint.  Captain O'Brien with the police department said, "He's got a major, major huffing problem."

The man fled from the scene and is still being sought by police.

South Dakota Woman Arrested for Huffing and Driving

Via rapidcityjournal.com

A 25-year-old South Dakota woman was arrested for DUI and reckless driving after police believe the woman was huffing and driving.

Witnesses say they saw the woman huffing computer dusting spray while driving, before she drove off the road.