Mike Tobin on Tackling Online Drug Sales: Insights from the U.S. Attorney’s Office
In a growing number of arrests and overdoses, law enforcement officials say the drugs are being bought online. Internet sales have allowed powerful synthetic opioids such as fentanyl to reach living rooms in nearly every region of our country as they arrive in small packages in the mail here to talk about the internet, the new drug dealer fueling the opioid epidemic and what's being done to stop drug traffic on the internet is Mike Tobin, community and public affairs specialist with the U S attorney's office in Cleveland, Ohio.
Imagine opening your mail to find a dangerous synthetic opioid like fentanyl. In this eye-opening episode of Cover2 Resources, Greg McNeil sits down with Mike Tobin, the Community and Public Affairs Specialist at the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Cleveland, Ohio. Tobin reveals the alarming rise of online drug sales, which have made it easier than ever for potent opioids to infiltrate homes across the nation.
He shares how law enforcement is stepping up its game by going undercover to dismantle online communities involved in illegal drug trading. The conversation also highlights the critical role of drug testing kits for users, which can help them understand what they're really taking and potentially alter their habits. Tobin emphasizes the urgent need for more funding in treatment and prevention programs to combat this growing issue.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned about the opioid crisis and looking for real-world solutions.