Two gardaí hospitalised after processing seized vape products
Two Irish police officers were hospitalized after falling ill while processing seized vape products at a station in Edenderry. The station has been closed for a deep cleaning and investigation into the nature of the substances involved.
Why it matters
The incident raises concerns regarding the safety of law enforcement personnel handling unregulated or potentially hazardous illicit consumer goods.
A Garda spokesperson said the two members were taken to hospital after becoming unwell while on duty.
Two gardaí have been taken to hospital after processing seized vape products.
The incident happened at Edenderry Garda Station on Wednesday, and the station is to remain closed on Thursday amid an investigation.
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