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Women's drinks spiked

Two women have come forward, saying their drinks were spiked at a Nanaimo nightclub.

RCMP are warning the public after the alleged tampering on April 5, CTV News reports. The club was not named by police.

So-called date rape drugs like Rohypnol, GHB or ketamine can be discreetly added to drinks, police warn.

"Within 10 to 20 minutes of the drug being added to the drink, the unsuspecting target may begin to experience a number of physical symptoms: light headedness, slurred speech, sleepy, memory loss, nausea and loss of consciousness," says Const. Gary O'Brien said Friday.

Police advise women to stay close to friends, not accept drinks from a strangers, and never leave their drink unattended.

– with files from CTV Vancouver Island



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