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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

$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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Drug Resistance Education Needed for Teens

Via: The Legal Examiner

New York, New York: A Survey conducted by the National Institutes of Drug Abuse, NIH, found that there has been a decline in the perceived risk of using certain substances. There was a decrease in the amount of 10th graders that found the regular use of inhalants to be harmful.

Teen Steals Inhalants and Huffs Outside Store

Via: Oakland Press

Birmingham, Michigan: A teenager was arrested for allegedly stealing eight cans of duster and huffing the contents. She has been charged with retail fraud, consumption/inhalation of a prohibited chemical agent and resisting/obstructing a police officer.

Man Arrested for Inhalant Use Following Road Incident

Via: WestportNOW

Fairfield, Connecticut: A man ran his vehicle into a utility pole. Officers found that the man discarded a bag at a local gas station containing a cold can of compressed air. Man was charged with operating under the influence of an inhalant.

Woman Loses Daughter to Air Duster Addiction

Via: KSL 

Sandy City, Utah: Woman loses her daughter to air duster addiction. Daughter relapsed from addiction to air duster resulting in death from asphyxiation and difluoroethane toxicity.

Man charged with vehicular homicide after huffing duster

Via: Pensacola News Journal

Pensacola, FL: Man charged with vehicular homicide after huffing a can of aerosol duster could spend 9+ years in prison.

Via: The Chronicle

St. Helens, OR: An 18-year-old St. Helens man, accused of first-degree manslaughter, faces five new charges after his vehicle crash on September 5th. Kody Allen is accused of abusing inhalants and attempting to conceal the canisters when approached by police. After drifting onto the shoulder of the road, Allen struck pedestrian Arther R. Studer, killing him instantly. Additionally, Allen faces charges for damage to a utility pole and a replica car.

Two men arrested after huffing and possession of ammunition

Via: North Escambia

Walnut Hill, FL: Two men were arrested after they were found in possession of 1,500 rounds of ammunition, and one man high from huffing canisters of compressed air. They were held in the Escambia County Jail with bails set at $15,000 and $16,000.

Man faces felony charge for inhalant abuse

Via: The Vindicator

Youngstown, OH: A man was charged with a felony of abusing harmful intoxicants after police found him behind Target surrounded by nine compressed air cans. He was taken to the hospital for medical treatment and then transferred to the Mahoning County jail.

Teenager's death attributed to huffing gasoline

Via: KDLG Radio

Aleknagik, AK: A 14-year-old teen was reported missing and later found dead this past Friday. Police located him on the city dock next to an open can of gasoline. An autopsy request has been submitted, but officials believe that huffing contributed to his death.

Mother admits to huffing before her son's death

Via: WTMJ-TV Milwaukee

Racine County, WI: The mother of a 15-year-old Racine County teen admitted to huffing before her son drowned in the pond behind their Wisconsin home. Pauline Sanders has a history of drug abuse as well as child abuse. Empty canisters of compressed air were found near the pond, but it is unclear if they contributed to his death. Investigations are ongoing.

Car fire caused by compressed air leaves one injured and one dead

Via: The Tribune

Greeley, CO: A woman was pronounced dead and a man was hospitalized after being rescued from a car fire. After huffing canisters of compressed air, the two tried to light a cigarette and the car set on fire.The incident remains under investigation, however the fire is believed to have been caused by the compressed air in the dusters found on the car floorboards.

Teenager Arrested After Huffing and Crashing Car

Via: Midland Daily News 

Midland County, Michigan- A 17 year-old boy was arrested for drugged driving after crashing his car into several parked vehicles. He had passed out behind the wheel after huffing an unspecified chemical.

Man arrested after huffing outside Walmart

Via The Island Packet

Bluffton, SC: A man was arrested after being found on a bench outside of the Bluffton Walmart, surrounded by a dozen cans of Dust Off. He denied treatment from EMS, but admitted to purchasing all of the products around midnight and inhaling them over the course of the next seven and a half hours. 

Evidence of huffing from 2013 fatal crash used on trial

Via The Chippewa Herald

Chippewa County, WI: The driver of a 2013 fatal car crash is being held on trial for homicide by vehicle-use control substances. Duster cans were found on the passenger floorboard at the time of the crash. His attorney argues that the blood test, taken while the young man was in a medically-induced coma, is a violation of his rights. Further trial dates have been set. 

Wagga’s Historic Rail Gatehouse trashed by huffing teenager

Via: The Daily Advertiser

Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia: Wagga’s Gatehouse is deteriorated rapidly after a string of school children set fire to the building after using it as a location to huff aerosol deodorant. 

Man huffs 50 to 75 cans of whipped cream per day

Via Kiro 7

Ashford, WA: A 51-year-old man was arrested after his roommate reported that he was being aggressive and refusing to leave their home. He suffers from inhalant abuse, and spends close to $1,000 each month on whipped cream, huffing 50 to 75 cans per day. After his arrest, two knives were found in his possession and he admitted to an inhalant addiction. 

"Understanding Adolescent Inhalant Use" A Key Takeaways

A new SAMHSA study “Understanding Adolescent Inhalant Use” by Rachel N. Lipari, Ph.D. discusses current trends in inhalant abuse. This report explores inhalant abuse trends among adolescents between the ages of 12-17 collected from The National Survey of Drug Use and Health (NSDUH). Of the 1.8 million people who reported abusing inhalants in the past year to get high, 684,000 were adolescents between the ages of 12-17 with use decreasing in age. The entire report can be found here. Key findings include:

·       Felt-tip pens/markers or magic markers were the top reported type of inhalant used to get high 6.7% with glue, shoe polish, or toluene coming in second and spray paints in third.

·       Female adolescents reported higher usage of inhalants compared to male adolescents (3.2% vs. 2.3%)

·       Adolescents of all races/ethnicities, across the United States are vulnerable to inhalant abuse

·       There were no statistically significant differences in the percentage of inhalant abuse depending on geographical location

Although only 684,000 adolescents reported using inhalants to get high, this report highlights the continued need to educate parents, teachers, and teens about the risks of inhalant abuse. To learn more visit: www.inhalant.org

The Dangers of Inhalant Abuse

Via: Pageland Progressive Journal 

Chesterfield County, Virginia: Sharon Sweatt, member of the Chesterfield County Coordinating Council, warns of the dangers of inhalant abuse including but not limited to permanent brain, heart, blood, kidney, or liver damage, seizures, heart attacks, and even death.

Cherokee County Coroner Warns of Dangers of Inhalant Abuse

Via Weis Radio

Cherokee County, Alabama: Jeremy Deaton, Coroner of Cherokee County, makes a statement about the increase in the number of deaths that resulted from side effects of inhalant abuse/ huffing. 

18-year-old accused of two hit and run crashes

Via The News Herald

Madison Township, OH: An 18-year-old was arrested on several misdemeanor offenses after crashing his truck at 2 different locations and fleeing the scene. He was found guilty of huffing dusters.

Man arrested after huffing and rear-ending a police car

Via The Olympian

Olympia, WA: A man was arrested after admitting to huffing an air freshener can and rear-ending the back of a police vehicle at the Sea-Tac Airport. He exhibited erratic behavior and an unwillingness to obey orders. 

Daughter uses social media to promote huffing awareness

Via News 4 Tucson 

Tucson, AZ: The daughter of a 50-year-old Tucson man took to social media to spread awareness on huffing after her father’s passing. Her video post tells the story of her father’s inhalant abuse and discusses the dangers of these habits going unnoticed. 

Woman charged with possession of inhalants

Via Bartlesville Radio

Bartlesville, OK: A local woman was charged with possession and use of inhalants after being found huffing air dusters.

Taipei's Glue Sniffing Problem

Via The Newslens

Taipei, Taiwan: This article touches on the glue-sniffing epidemic taking place in Taipei. The abusers in Taipei are not only children and teenagers, but men in their forties and fifties as well.

Louisiana Woman Educates on Dangers of Inhalant Abuse

Via: KLFY News 10 

Lafayette, Louisiana: Louisiana woman dedicates her life to educating families on the dangers of inhalant abuse after losing her teenage nephew to a huffing incident.

Man found huffing in Staples restroom

Via Fox 43

Carlisle, PA: A 60-year-old man was arrested for retail theft and inhalant violations after being found huffing three stolen cans of compressed air in a Staples store bathroom. 

Informative article on the dangers of huffing

Via The Billings Gazette

Billings, MT: This article from The Billings Gazette focuses on the hazards of huffing and inhalant abuse. It provides statistics as well as information regarding the various forms of inhalants. The article stresses the importance of open and honest conversation between parents and teens to help prevent huffing.

Wisconsin Man Found Huffing on City Bus

Via South Now

A Wisconsin man was huffing compressed air by a bus stop when a witness called the police. Authorities eventually found the man on the bus and arrested him for using inhalants in public.

Lecture on inhalant abuse and driving

Via The Bulletin

Wichita, KS: Timothy Rohrig, Director of the Sedgwick County Regional Forensic Science Center, spoke to students at Emporia State University about the dangers of inhalant abuse and driving. His presentation explained the different types of chemicals found in inhalants, and the effects these compounds can have on our bodies. 

Texas Man Arrested for Huffing Stolen Canned Air

via Times Record News

In Wichita Falls, a man was arrested for huffing canned air in a store parking lot. Officers were called because he appeared under the influence of an inhalant and was trying to shoplift more canned air to continue. A store employee was the first to notice the man huffing in the clothing section of the store. He was arrested for possession of inhalant paraphernalia with the intent to inhale; his charge for theft was dropped.

Ohio Man Neglects Children to Huff

via Cleveland.com

An Ohio man is being accused of leaving his young children without supervision to huff from an air duster. He is charged with abuse of harmful intoxicants and child endangering. His mother found him unresponsive and called the authorities. The man told police he waited until his mother arrived before beginning to huff.

Connecticut Woman Faces Drug Charges

via The Hour

An officer found a woman huffing nitrous oxide in a parking lot after a citizen informed the police of her suspicious behavior. Police found other drugs on her persons. She was charged with possession of a restricted substance, possession of a hallucinogenic substance, illegal possession of MDMA and drug paraphernalia, as well as operating a vehicle with a suspended licences.

Wisconsin Man Arrested for Huffing in Shopping Center Restroom

via Wayy Radio

A man was charged with a misdemeanor count of intentionally abusing a hazadous substance, obstructing an officer, and disorderly conduct. The man huffed aerosol duster in a shopping center bathroom before falling unconscious. He was found by officers who knocked the door when he refused to come out. The man denied he was huffing.

Man Charged for Huffing in Parking Lot

via The Record-Courier

Police were notified when two people were acting suspicious in a car parked in a shopping center. A male and female were found to be under the influence of inhalants. The male was charged with with unlawful use of inhalants and contributing to the delinquency of a minor as the female was 17. Both were medically cleared by paramedics.

Woman Crashes Into Car After Huffing

via Fox 4

A Florida woman was arrested for being under the influence of inhalants while driving. Police found three cans of duster cleaner in the vehicle afters she ran over a bush and crashed into another car. The previous week, police found the woman passed out in her car with a can of computer duster in her hand.

Man Suffers Heart Attack From Huffing

via News-Herald

On March 10, a woman died from Sudden Sniffing Death Syndrome. She was huffing in a store parking lot wither her boyfriend, who was transported to the hospital after complaints of feeling ill. The man later learned he had suffered a heart attack.

Michigan Man Sentenced to Six Years in Prison for Huffing Related Crash

via Macomb Daily

A man was sentenced to six years in prison for causing a traffic death after abusing inhalants. Police state that he tested positive for difluoroethane, the active ingredient in aerosol cans. He collided with a truck while high, killing the woman's husband. The man pleaded guilty to causing death while driving under the influence of a controlled substance, and driving with a suspended license.

Psychiatrist Drives Under the Influence of Inhalants

via U.S. News

A Wyoming psychiatrist was charged with driving under the influence for a second time in two months for huffing duster. During a preliminary hearing, charges of aggravated assault and misdemeanor DUI were waived. After inhaling, the man passed out while driving and crashed his vehicle into another car, injuring the other driver. The doctor specializes in treating addiction, but had his medical license suspended for struggling with addiction himself.

Woman Dies from Huffing

via News-Herald

A couple had been huffing duster inside a store when they fell unconscious. The man awoke and realized his girlfriend was unconscious. The woman died from overdosing on inhalants.

Over 50 aerosol cans were found in the car that were reportedly used over an extended period of time. The woman had been arrested previously for huffing duster.

Man Goes to Trial for Deadly Huffing Related Crash

via Wisconsin State Journal

A Wisconsin man is set to go to trial for vehicular homicide. The man admitted to huffing duster before losing consciousness and killing a pedestrian in 2015. His lawyer claims the accident was caused by the driver removing a hand brace, which distracted him. His lawyer also states that the prosecutor must prove that he was intoxicated. He fled the scene after hitting the pedestrian. Police later found a can of air duster in his vehicle. The man reportedly told seven people that he believed huffing duster led to the crash. At the hospital, he tested positive for difluoroethane, the active ingredient in duster, but later tested negative upon retesting. His lawyer stated that her client huffed duster to ease pain from an existing injury.

Man Found Huffing in Restaurant Bathroom

via The Buffalo News

A Buffalo man overdosed on inhalants in a restaurant restroom. He was charged with possession of a hypodermic instrument and the inhalation of toxic vapors. He was then taken to a medical center for treatment and a psychiatric evaluation. An employee found the man when he attempted to clean the restroom. Fire crews ha to manually unlock the door.

Florida Man Arrested Second Time in a Year for Huffing

via Palm Beach Post

A Florida man was arrested after a police officer witnessed him huffing duster in public. The 33-year-old man was huffing at a bus stop and attempted to hide the aerosol can when the officer drew close. He appeared intoxicated. The man was arrested for inhaling harmful chemicals as well as grand theft from an active warrant. This is his second arrest for huffing.

Man Facing 16 Years In Prison in Huffing Related Crash

via Herald Net

A Washington teen was convicted of vehicular homicide and three counts of vehicular assault. The young man caused a car crash after huffing, resulting in the death of a 17-year-old girl and injuries to three others. The driver who caused the accident was not injured. After the crash, he tested positive for difluoroethane, a chemical found in computer duster. He is facing 16 years in prison.

Tennessee Man Sustains Burns While Huffing

via WKRN.com

A man in Tennessee was seriously injured when the aerosol can he was huffing ignited reported by police. He stole the cleaning product before huffing behind the store. His arrest record exceeds twenty pages, mostly for theft and huffing. He sustained severe burns to his hands. Aerosol can ignite if the inhaler is smoking a cigarette or is near a flame.

Woman Dies from Suspected Aerosol Overdose

via FoxUp

A 25-year-old woman was found dead. An aerosol overdose is believed to be the cause of death. The woman was surrounded by aerosol cans--50 to 60 cans were scattered throughout the house. The death has been declared accidental.

Officers Respond to Two People In a Night for Huffing

via Temple Daily Telegram

Officers responded to a woman screaming for help, When they arrived at the scene, the woman was disoriented, lost, and huffing computer duster. After a medical examination, the woman was arrested.

The same night, officers found a man passed out from huffing after receiving a call. Police found three canisters of computer duster with him. A warrant for his arrest is pending.

Driver Who Caused Fatal Crash Sentenced to 11 Years

via ABC 10 News

A driver was inhaling keyboard cleaner when he rear ended another vehicle, fatally inuring a 9-year-old girl. He was convicted of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated and received a DUI. Five canisters of the cleaner were found in the vehicle at the time of the crash.

Vermont Man Huffs Before Causing Fatal Car Crash

via WCAX.com

 

A Vermont man was charged with gross negligent operation for crashing into three pedestrians. One died from his injuries. The man initially told police that the accident was caused by a stuck floor mat. Authorities later stated that the crash was due to huffing. 

Man Crashes into Tree After Huffing

via 12 On Your Side

A man crashed into a tree as he fell asleep under the influence of inhalants. He went to the hospital, but did not sustain any serious injuries. He was charged with reckless driving.

Man Broke into a Store to Huff in the Restroom

via 14 News

A man was arrested for breaking into a store and ultimately was found huffing duster in the restroom. The 26-year-old was charged with burglary, shoplifting, and public intoxication.

Texas Man Arrested for Huffing--Refused Medical Treatment

via KBTX 3

A Texas man as arrested after crashing his car while under the influence of inhalants. Police found the car in a ditch and the man inhaling a can of duster. He refused medical attention before he was arrested for being under the influence of inhalants and for being a danger to himself and others.

Man Causes Power Outage by Crashing Car After Huffing

via Pilot Tribune

Police have stated that a man was huffing inhalants before crashing his vehicle into a utility pole causing a power outage in the neighborhood. Police seized multiple aerosol cans for their investigation. He was charged with operating while intoxicated (OWI) and failure to maintain control of the vehicle. This is his second OWI.

Huffing Suspected to Be Cause of Death of 52-Year-Old Man

via WALB 10

Police in Tifton, Georgia are investigating a 52-year-old man's death. Police believe huffing was the cause of death. Witnesses observed multiple cans of aerosol in the vicinity. More cases of huffing abuse have been recorded in the county. The autopsy will reveal the official cause of death.

Man Sentenced for Role in Wife's Huffing Related Death

via KVRR

A North Dakota man sentenced to six months in jail for his role in his wife's huffing related death. He pleaded guilty to reckless endangerment--negligent homicide and violating an order for protection charges were dropped. The couple huffed canned air the night of her death--he provided the duster.

Man Arrested for Huffing in a Parking Lot

via Penn Live

A man was arrested in a shopping center parking lot for the use of certain solvents or noxious substances. The police found him unconscious. In addition, he was imprisoned on an outstanding warrant.

Older Man Arrested for Huffing

via OakRidger

A 62-year-old man fell unconscious after huffing computer duster on a turnpike. Police found him with plastic bags containing two cans of computer duster. He is charged inhaling/possession of gas, glue, or aerosol, public intoxication, criminal trespassing, driving under the influence and reckless driving.

Man Huffs 30 Cans of Duster Over 24 Hours

via wgnsradio.com

Police found a 23-year-old man who was huffing computer duster outside a shopping center. He had huffed 30 cans of duster over 24 hours. He was taken to the hospital and taken to the local jail for theft and unlawful use of an inhalant.

Man Arrested Two Days in a Row for Huffing

via Norwalk Reflector

A man was huffing computer duster. He was arrested for acting strangely; hitting himself, and yelling in a park. He was jailed for violating parole, but was later released shortly after. The next day he was arrested again for abusing harmful intoxicants and possessing drug paraphernalia.

Man Breaks Probation for Abusing Inhalants

via Norwalk Reflector

A call was made to Norwalk Police concerning a man acting strangely. Officers found him passed out with computer duster. When he awoke, he immediately inhaled more duster. Police arrested him for violating probation and abusing a harmful inhalant with a suspended license.

Man Huffs and Passes Out While Driving

via The Metro West Daily News

Police reported that a man was drunk and high from huffing computer duster and crashed twice into guardrails. Police believe the man was unconscious while operating the vehicle, and was found passed out with alcohol and ten canisters of duster in his car. He was taken to a medical center after being arrested.

A Woman Found Dead From Huffing

via The Buffalo News

A woman died in a shopping center bathroom with an air duster can in her possession. She apparently went into cardiac arrest and was pronounced dead at the hospital. The official cause of death has yet to be determined.

Woman Huffs Duster Before Causing Fatal Car Crash

via Lancaster Online

A Pennsylvania woman caused a fatal crash after huffing an aerosol can. The woman veered into oncoming traffic and crashed into a 58-year-old woman who was pronounced dead at the scene. Five cans of duster were found in her vehicle. The woman, who is originally from Lebanon, tested positive for difluoroethane--a chemical found in duster. She was charged with homicide by vehicle while driving under the influence and homicide by vehicle.

Man Huffs and Hits Woman and Child

via CBS 47

A man huffed dusting chemicals before hitting a mother carrying her child with a U-Haul. Witnesses reported seeing the U-Haul hit property earlier in the day. He was charged with reckless driving resulting in bodily injury and leaving the scene of an accident with property damage.

Man Arrested for Huffing in Public Bathroom

via News 5

A man, half-naked and inhaling compressed air in a fast food bathroom, was arrested. The man told the police he had an addiction to inhaling the compressed air. After being transported to the hospital, he was charged with abusing harmful intoxicants.

Man Sentenced to Prison in Huffing Related Car Crash

via LGBT Weekly

Jury convicted a man of gross vehicular manslaughter for crashing into a car after huffing computer duster. A 9-year-old girl sustained brain damage and was pronounced dead a number of days later. The man faces ten years in prison. The man had four cans of computer duster in his vehicle and had elevated levels of the chemical found in the duster, difluorethane.

Man Arrested for Crashing Car After Huffing

via Omaha World-Herald

A 34-year-old in Nebraska was arrested and charged with a DUI after huffing in front of police officer. The man had crashed his truck into a building. Witnesses state that he was incoherent. Officers corroborated as he appeared high and incoherent. In addition to being charged with a DUI, he was also arrested on suspicion of tampering with evidence, obstructing an officer, and inhaling intoxicating substance.

Woman Crashes Vehicle, Goes to Store to Continue to Huff

via ydr.com

Police arrested a woman who had huffed from an aerosol can, crashed her car, and continued to huff in a store bathroom after leaving the scene. She is charged with illegal use of certain solvents, DUI by solvent, public drunkenness, and accident involving damage to unattended vehicle or property. She admitted that huffing played a role in the crash.

Man Goes to Retrial for Manslaughter Case

via Times of San Diego

A man goes to retrial after pleading guilty to gross vehicular manslaughter after crashing into a car while high from huffing duster. A nine-year-old girl died 12 days later from complications from a brain injury. Five canisters of computer cleaner was found in his vehicle and high levels of difluorethane was found in his blood. His defense attorney claims his behavior was due to  a prescription drug he had been taking.

Man Arrested for Graffiti and Huffing

via The Morning Call

A man in Easton, Florida was arrested for spraying graffiti while huffing duster. The man initially provided police with a false name and date of birth. He was charged with criminal mischief  illegal use of solvents. He was also arrested as a previous warrant had been issued for fraud charges.

Indiana Man Dies from Huffing

via wane.com

A 34-year-old man died after huffing. Police and paramedics arrived at his home early that morning. Police saw him huffing from an aerosol can, the man became combative when police took the can away. Two tasers were reportedly required to subdue and handcuff him. He was taken by police to the emergency room but was pronounced dead shortly after. An autopsy report will be available within a few weeks. The man had a long history of drug abuse.

Woman Back Her Car into Another Vehicle After Huffing

via The Denver Post

A shopper returned to his car to find that someone had backed into it and was still idling. The woman was unconscious. When police arrived, they found the aerosol can cleaner that she had been inhaling to get high. She was medically evaluated and ticketed.

Man Semi-Conscious After Huffing

via NH1

A New Hampshire man appeared to be huffing when a report was made to the police. A police officer found the man semi-conscious. He was arrested after paramedics were called to the scene. His court date is set for early next month.

Woman Arrested for Huffing on New Year's Day

via East Texas Matters

Texas woman arrested for huffing canned air on New Year's Day. She denied the allegations, but police made the arrest as she was reportedly belligerent and holding a can when speaking with the officers.