1 million Brits experienced drink spiking in 2021, with a 13% national increase and 114 cases per month in London.

1 million Brits had their drinks spiked in 2021, with cases rising 13% nationally; London reported 114 cases per month. Of 1,383 allegations, 1,075 related to drink spiking and 131 involved needles. Most victims are female, with incidents occurring mainly between 6pm and 6am. Drink spiking in Australia is underreported, with 2% of respondents experiencing spiking in the last 12 months. Fewer than 7.2% of cases are reported to the police.

May 11, 2024
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