Ahead of the event the Star looks into the drug, its danger and how iu is blighting the lives of some young people in St Helens. It can cause serious bladder problems that can be so serious that the bladder needs surgical repair or even removal. Impact on St HelensHowever, despite all these dangers reports are that a significant number of people are using the illegal drug in St Helens, particularly youths. Temporary Inspector Jon Smith said: “We really want to focus on having a two-way engagement and highlight the damage that ketamine misuse has on people and what we have in place to help. “We are coming to the community with this Facebook Q&A to have an open and honest conversation on the issue and highlight the importance, please come to us with your questions via messenger on St Helens Police Facebook page ahead of and during the Q&A and afterwards as well.”The Facebook Q&A is being held tonight at 6pm until 8pm on St Helens Police Facebook page.

Source: The Star November 16, 2023 13:59 UTC