‘Gray Death’ drug appears in Prescott Valley

Recently, a drug called “Gray Death” was found at the scene of an overdose is the first of its kind to appear in Prescott Valley.

Prescott Valley Police Department strives to be proactive and keep the community informed.

The product with the street name "Gray Death" is reported to be an illicit opioid combination of powerful and dangerous drugs that have led to several fatal overdoses in the U.S. The designer, synthetic combo drug is said to be many more times potent than heroin. Overdoses and confiscation of the chemicals have been reported in Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Indiana, Pennsylvania and Ohio.

Ingredients in "Gray Death" can vary from batch to batch, according to reports, which makes it even more dangerous. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), is not a single drug, but typically contains several potent opioids, including whatever a drug dealer has on hand.

It could contain heroin, fentanyl and U-47700, all extremely potent narcotics. It can be a toxic mix of other potent opioids, such as carfentanil, or other illegal drugs.

Prescott Valley Police Department can be contacted at 928-772-9267 for non-emergencies, 911 for emergencies. Yavapai County Silent witness is 1-800-932-3232.

Information provided by Prescott Valley Police Department.