Police Officer Collapses After Fentanyl Exposure During Search

Officer Exposure Incident

• 🚨 A Berkeley County officer, Lt. Kristin Riddle, collapsed after a search involving a substance found in a woman's bra.
• ⚠️ The incident occurred on July 26 when officers responded to a call about an unconscious driver.
• 💊 During the search, Riddle was exposed to an unknown substance and urgently requested Narcan.

Medical Response and Recovery

• 🩹 After receiving two doses of Narcan, the officer was administered aid and transported to a hospital.
• ✅ She is now recovering at home, with the Sheriff confirming exposure to fentanyl.
• 🌡️ The Sheriff noted that excessive heat and the lack of gloves contributed to the exposure.

Expert Opinion on Exposure Risk

• 📉 Many experts, including the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, state that overdose from such exposure is extremely unlikely for emergency responders.
• 🚫 There are no documented cases of overdoses among first responders in North Carolina through occupational exposure during routine duties.