Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar recently reported alarming trends in local crime, with gun violence and the emergence of pink cocaine topping the list. He noted that the violent crimes task force is working tirelessly to document gang activity and respond to increasing incidents of gun thefts from vehicles, which have contributed to a rise in violent crimes across the county.
In a striking detail, Sheriff Salazar revealed that drug mixing cases are becoming more sophisticated, citing an arrest involving a concrete mixer for mixing heroin and methamphetamine. Moreover, he flagged the concerning rise of pink cocaine, a substance often mixed with dangerous chemicals like ketamine and fentanyl, primarily affecting young males aged 17 to 25. The sheriff’s proactive measures aim to combat these challenges, but community support and public education remain vital in addressing the underlying issues.
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