West Shore RCMP officers administer live-saving Naloxone

On January 7th 2023, at approximately 11:20 p.m., West Shore RCMP officers were on patrol and conducting curfew compliance checks. West Shore RCMP officers monitor individuals who have been placed upon a curfew and routinely attend their residence to determine if they are complying with court ordered conditions.

On this particular night, two officers met with a 36-year-old woman at her residence in Langford who was subject to court ordered curfew conditions. While speaking to the woman, she suddenly collapsed in front of the officers.

Officers immediately recognized the woman was exhibiting signs of an overdose and administered two doses of Naloxone and called for Emergency Health Services. The woman was taken to hospital where she continued to receive care and has since recovered.

There is no doubt that the officer’s quick actions in assessing the woman’s condition and administering Naloxone saved her life. We want to recognize and thank the officers for their effort, said Inspector Stephen Rose, Officer in Charge of West Shore RCMP Operations.

To learn more about overdose prevention, response and treatment support please visit the Government of BC website or click here.