POLICE have quashed an 'urban myth'

POLICE have quashed an 'urban myth' that a new drug called Strawberry Quick is being given to school children in Lincolnshire.
Lincolnshire Police say people have been informed of the new drug by e-mail and over the web.
A police spokesman said: "The message gives information about a drug which is allegedly known as Strawberry Quick.
"The message claims this drug, based on crystal meth, looks and smells like a strawberry sweet or type of confectionary and is being handed out to school children in school playgrounds.
"It also allegedly comes in several other flavours.
"It seems this message is a hoax or urban myth which originates from the USA.
"We have long advised parents and school teachers to instruct children not to accept sweets from strangers and such advice is still relevant but there is no truth in the rumours surrounding the use and supply of any such drug within Lincolnshire.
"Lincolnshire is a very safe place to live but we do discover children and young people using illegal drugs both inside and outside schools.
"We would ask for parents, school teachers and members of the public to be vigilant and to report any concerns or suspicions to the police. "However, they should disregard the information as described above and delete any e-mails they receive regarding the drugs supply."