Danger in disguise

The popularity of synthetic drugs like K2 has authorities working to warn the public

By Rosemarie Bernardo

POSTED: 01:30 a.m. HST, Oct 21, 2012

~~<p>Authorities are working with lawmakers to tackle potent, synthetic drugs that mimic the high of marijuana, cocaine or methamphetamine as the popularity of the substances surges in Hawaii and on the mainland.</p>
<p>Law enforcement officials will discuss the dangers of synthetic drugs like K2, Spice and Bath Salts next month at the Leeward Discovery Fair/Celebrate Safe Communities Day.</p>
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Authorities are working with lawmakers to tackle potent, synthetic drugs that mimic the high of marijuana, cocaine or methamphetamine as the popularity of the substances surges in Hawaii and on the mainland.

Law enforcement officials will discuss the dangers of synthetic drugs like K2, Spice and Bath Salts next month at the Leeward Discovery Fair/Celebrate Safe Communities Day. Login for more...