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Article: Meth declines, but flavors may entice children.
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- AZ Daily Star
- Article date:
- April 1, 2007
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Byline: Josh Brodesky
Apr. 1--In its time, methamphetamine has gone by a number of names. Ice and glass because of its appearance. Speed because of the fast-paced, jittery high it brings. And now, strawberry, for its newest flavor.
Flavored meth, especially a variety known as "Strawberry Quick," has been popping up across the country, particularly in Western states.
Strawberry has been reported in California, Washington and Nevada, among other states, along with chocolate, cola and caramel flavors. Meth flavors haven't appeared in Arizona, but the conventional wisdom among law enforcement is that they will in time, and they are designed appeal ...