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Maybrook police report two overdose saves after officers used Narcan; Narcan available without prescription
Summary
Deputy Chief Barnett said two officers administered four doses of Narcan to revive an overdose victim and noted a high rate of overdoses countywide. He reminded residents Narcan is available without a prescription at pharmacies.
Deputy Chief Barnett told the board on Sept. 22 that the Maybrook Police Department is fully functioning, a new patrol car has arrived, and officers recently saved a life by administering Naloxone. He said two officers used four doses of Narcan to revive an overdose victim and thanked those who helped get the department back to normal operations.
Barnett also said overdoses are occurring at a high rate across Orange County and reminded residents that Narcan is available without a prescription at pharmacies. The department did not provide the names of the officers or further details about the incident in the meeting minutes.
