SULTAN, Wash. — The Snohomish County Sheriff's Office is warning parents and teenagers about a type of synthetic marijuana known as “spice.”
They said two teens in Sultan overdosed on spice called "Black Voodoo" earlier this month.
Both had to be hospitalized and survived, but had various reactions including seizures, hallucinations and vomiting, according to deputies.
One teenager told KIRO 7 last week their classmates often use spice.
The drug is usually marketed as an aroma-therapy product and is also known as K2 and “potpourri.”
It's commonly sold in tobacco shops and convenience stores and is manufactured by spraying natural herbs with synthetic chemicals.
It's packaging says it's not for human consumption.
Police said spice is often used by teens who cannot legally possess or buy marijuana, or by those who are concerned about drug testing.
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