Police are warning members of the public after the discovery of a new and very dangerous drug known as MDPV.

MDPV, often labelled as ‘Bath Salts’,  can be found in a crystalline or powder form but may also be present in some synthetic cannabis type products.

Superintendent Peter Schiller of the Drug and Organised Crime Section said that the use of the substance is known to cause severe psychosis.

“Use of the drug has resulted in an increase in hospital admissions and has been the cause of some disturbing behaviour by users in the Darwin area over the past few months,” said Superintendent Schiller.

"As with all dangerous drugs, this product has extreme side effects including severe withdrawal symptoms. It is highly addictive and can cause behavioural changes that result in persons placing themselves and those around them in danger. Admissions to psychiatric facilities as a result of using this substance are common. 

“The long term side effects are not clearly understood and I would strongly discourage anyone from experimenting with this new substance.  It is labelled 'Not for Human Consumption' for good reason".

MDPV is illegal to possess in the NT and anyone with information relating to the sale or possession of this product is encouraged to contact Police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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