Paramedics and police officers in Lethbridge revived a 19-year old after a fentanyl overdose.

According to Lethbridge police, they responded to a report of a suspicious individual in the 500 block of 6^th Avenue S.

Potential danger of overdose

Upon their arrival, they discovered a 19-year old man without a pulse and not breathing. The officers delivered CPR until the arrival of an ambulance. The man was transported to the Chinook Regional Hospital where he was fully revived.

Edmonton first aid — The officers delivered CPR until the arrival of an ambulance. The man was transported to the Chinook Regional Hospital where he was fully revived.

According to the Lethbridge Police Service in a news release, the police are again warning the community the deadly nature of fentanyl. There is no safe amount and a dose equal to only 2 grains of salt can be deadly.

The police added the prompt medical care during a suspected fentanyl overdose can mean the difference between life and death.

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