A TEENAGE boy was left debilitated after vaping a dangerous mix of oils derived from cannabis - which police have described a worrying new trend.

It is believed the youngster vaped a mixture of CBD (cannabidiol) and THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) oil, two natural compounds found in plants of the cannabis genus.

The mixture has been described as a harmful concoction which can cause a range of nasty side effects.

After vaping it, the boy, who is from the Barnard Castle area, was debilitated but fortunately was able to get help when he became unwell.

Durham Police said they have seized a large quantity of the liquid, which was being sold in unlabelled bottles.

Officers are now warning young people and their parents of a dangerous new trend.

A spokesperson said: "Thankfully the teenager was at home at the time and was able to get help when he became unwell, but officers particularly want to warn any young people who may be offered or use the liquid, especially in remote areas around Barnard Castle and Teesdale.

"A large quantity of the dull yellow liquid - being sold in sport bottles and distributed in small, unlabelled bottles – has already been seized by police.

"Remember, it is illegal to vape if you are under 18.

"If you see or are offered anything that matches the liquid’s description, call 101 or 999 in an emergency."

For more information visit Cannabis: the facts - NHS on http://www.nhs.uk

 

 

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