Wide Bay police launch campaign against drink spiking

Police have launched a campaign against drink spiking in venues across Wide Bay, with one officer warning it can have devastating consequences.

Wide Bay police have launched a campaign against drink spiking.

Anti-drink spiking devices and posters are being distributed across Wide Bay pubs and clubs as part of a safety project to raise awareness around the issue and to combat sexual assault.

Posters are being displayed at venues and “drink toppers” handed to patrons as part of Wide Bay Burnett District Police’s crackdown on drink spiking.

Drink spiking is when alcohol or another drug is added to someone’s drink without their knowledge or consent.

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To help raise awareness, anti-drink spiking devices known as drink toppers will be distributed to patrons, which can be placed on top of a glass.

Staff will also be encouraged to know the signs and take action if they think someone has become a victim.

Drink spiking is rare but can have devastating consequences.

Senior Constable Rowan Treiguts said the foil drink toppers are a unique reminder to patrons to watch out for their drink.

“Although drink spiking is not common, the outcome can be devastating,” Constable Treiguts said.

“That is why we are also providing resources that link to more information and reporting options.”

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Licensed venues will be promoting this message together with the slogan “Who’s watching your drink” across the Wide Bay Burnett.

For confidential information, counselling and support, call the statewide Sexual Assault Helpline on 1800 010 120 or 1800 RESPECT for 24 hour help, or if in immediate danger, call triple-0.

Originally published as Wide Bay police launch campaign against drink spiking