"Zombie drug" Xylazine: A new threat in the battle against drug deaths

Orange County Sheriff's Office Captain Darryl Blanford and a narcotics agent, whose identity remains undisclosed due to the sensitive nature of his work, talk about the enigmatic realm of Xylazine, a drug commonly known as "Tranq" or the "Zombie Drug."

• (1:39): An overview of Xylazine
• (5:01): Will Xylazine replace Fentanyl?
• (8:12): Xylazine can cause rotting of flesh in users
• (9:10): Because Xylazine is not an opioid, Naloxone (Narcan) does not reverse its effects
• (14:09): Fake pills are another major concern
• (18:55): Penalties for trafficking
• (21:26): Misconceptions about users
• (26:58): Ways OCSO is combating the drug problem