Ketamine and GHB are commonly used to ‘spike drinks’ and it’s not difficult to see why.
Symptoms include disorientation, intoxication, sleep and memory loss.
Exactly what an assailant needs.
Rape and sexual assault are the commonly feared consequences of having your drink spiked.
However the nightmare doesn’t stop there. Widespread reports of victims waking up to find their
credit cards stolen and bank accounts emptied are on the increase – a clear demonstration that
drink spiking is a worldwide problem.
If you are with a friend tell them immediately.
If you are in a bar or club tell a member of staff or security.
If you are not with anyone, telephone someone you trust and get yourself to a safe place.
If you have been attacked or had something stolen from you contact the police.
If you need urgent help dial 999 (or 911).