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Five people in ACT die from suspected overdoses

Filed: Aug 21, 2026 at 3:05 AM ET
Summary: Health and emergency services in the ACT have issued a warning after five people died from suspected overdoses within a fortnight. Authorities say potentially lethal drugs are circulating in the territory.
WHO: Health and emergency services in the ACT
WHAT: Issued a warning after five suspected overdose deaths in a fortnight
WHEN: Jul 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia
WHY: A warning was issued due to the presence of potentially lethal drugs circulating in the territory.
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