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Drugs handed out in New Zealand food parcels in sweet wrappers

Eight families, including at least one child, have consumed the potntially lethal drug after mistaking them for sweets.

Published Aug 14, 2024
Supporting image for story: Drugs handed out in New Zealand food parcels in sweet wrappers
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