Lincolnshire Police have issued a warning over the used of recreational drugs following a number of reports of people becoming unwell over the past 48 hours. 

Since Friday 27 January, Lincolnshire Police have received reports of five people either collapsing or having otherwise adverse effects after taking recreational drugs.

It is believed that the drugs used in all incidents were either ketamine or cocaine. In all cases, people have required either medical assistance at the scene or hospital treatment.

While the Police do not know at this stage what has caused the adverse reactions, they are considering that the supply is tainted and would strongly urge people to avoid taking drugs.

Most cases took place around Lincoln, but drugs spread across counties and county lines very quickly, so all Lincolnshire residents should be warned of this concern.

A 24-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of possession of Class A drugs and a 24-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply in connection with one of the incidents.