Spiking – how to protect yourself on a night out
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What does spiking mean?
To spike a drink means to put alcohol or drugs into someone’s drink without their knowledge or permission. This might be with the intention to incapacitate someone enough to rob or even sexually assault them. Although sometimes spiking can be intended as a joke, it’s a very bad joke that is both dangerous and illegal.
There is also some concern at the possibility that people are being ‘spiked’ by needles/syringes containing drugs. Although this is much less likely than drink spiking, a lot of the advice for staying safe from spiking a drink can also protect you from the possibility of needle spiking too. Spiking is a criminal offence and whilst all venues should be taking steps to ensure they are safe places to be, you may still need to protect yourself, particularly if you feel at risk or you’re in a place that is unfamiliar.
How to stay safe
- Plan your night out, including your journey there and back.
- Make sure the venue you are going to is licenced – venue...
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