The psychedelic substance can include a combination of drugs such as ketamine, methamphetamine and fentanyl.
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A new, highly dangerous drug mixture known as "pink cocaine" has been detected in Central Texas, including Travis and Hays counties. Though it’s called "pink cocaine," the drug often doesn’t contain cocaine at all.
Instead, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) reports that it typically includes a rotating mix of substances like ketamine, MDMA, heroin, fentanyl, and sometimes cocaine. This inconsistency in ingredients makes the drug particularly risky, as users have no way of knowing what’s actually in each batch.
Brian Cole, Assistant Special Agent in Charge at the DEA's Austin office, stated that recent samples in Austin contained a dangerous mix of cocaine, heroin, and MDMA. Pink cocaine, often referred to as "tusi," has become popular in nightclub settings in cities such as New York, Miami, and Los Angeles, with a growing presence among young adults aged 18 to 30.
The drug is often dyed a bright pink, and it may be sweet-scented, intended to resemble a recreational psychedelic but with far more dangerous effects. Originally, it sometimes included the psychedelic drug 2C-B, but recent formulations have shifted to include harder drugs.
Due to its unpredictable makeup, pink cocaine has led to overdoses and even fatalities. The inclusion of substances like fentanyl is especially concerning, as even tiny amounts of fentanyl can be lethal. Cole warned, “When they're taking this, they're literally dancing with danger," adding that users face potential addiction, severe health risks, and mental effects.
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