Police say McDonald's drug buys 'lucrative' Mar 11, 2009
McDonald's employee John J. Eckard, 48, is charged with selling clonazepam, a muscle relaxant, and Xanax, an anti-anxiety drug, at the Smithfield Street restaurant. The detective said some dealers would acquire a prescription of 90 pills for just $1, selling each pill for as much as $7, in transactions that generated hundreds of dollars daily. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
DA warns McDonald's about Pittsburgh drug activity Mar 11, 2009
DA warns McDonald's about Pittsburgh drug activity. I want a settlement tomorrow, and if we don't have a settlement tomorrow, my guys have been directed to file the complaints, Allegheny County District Attorney Stephen Zappala Jr. told WTAE-TV Tuesday after meeting with lawyers from McDonald's. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
McDonald's warned on drug activity Mar 10, 2009
According to affidavits, Mr. Eckard sold Clonazepam, a muscle relaxant, and the anti-anxiety drug Xanax to an informant who told police that he had bought prescription narcotics from Mr. Eckard in the past and that Mr. Eckard sold drugs "openly" at the restaurant. On the morning of Feb. 24, the informant wore a wire and bought 11 Clonazepam tablets from Mr. Eckard for $20 inside the rest room, according to the affidavit. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Woman arrested on drug charges Mar 5, 2009
Maureen M. Mason, 29, of Malden was arrested on the afternoon of March 3and charged with possession of Clonazepam after detectives allegedly found her in possession of 154 1mg pills, Deputy Police Chief Russell Jenkins told the Forum. Detectives Jeffrey Jernegan, Mark Sherrick, and Ted Querzoli were watching the area outside the Cheesecake Factory at the South Shore Plaza after receiving a tip that a woman would be attempting to sell the pills. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Three facing felony Rx charges Feb 25, 2009
Instead, the informant purchased a single Clonazepam pill, a muscle relaxer, from Huwald for 3 and left the room. Huwald has been summoned to appear in court March 31. (Winona Daily News, MN)
FDA Adds Suicide Warning to Epilepsy Drugs Feb 7, 2009
The move, which follows the advice last summer of an FDA advisory panel, stops short of slapping the strongest "black box" warning on this class of drugs, which includes widely used medications such as clonazepam (Klonopin), phenytoin (Dilantin) and topiramate (Topamax) ... In addition to clonazepam, phenytoin and topiramate, the drugs covered by the new FDA-mandated labeling are: carbamazepine (marketed as Carbatrol, Equetro, Tegretol, Tegretol XR); clorazepate (Tranxene); divalproex sodium... (MEDLINEplus)
"Under Cover Investigations take Huge Step Forward" Feb 27, 2008
102 Sherman class B felony, (Clonazepam) ... Wheeling, MO Class B felony (Clonazepam) ... Airlane Trailer Court class B felony, (Clonazepam). (Cameron Observer, MO)
Livingston County undercover operation results in 60 arrests Feb 23, 2008
Twenty-seven of those face charges of either distributing or selling controlled substances (methamphetamine, marijuana, fentanyl, morphine, methadone, cocaine, clonazepam, alprazolam) near schools. Connie Burkhart, 50, was one of those arrested on a second-degree murder charge. (Kirksville Daily Express, MO)
Nubs of the news Feb 20, 2008
Crystal G. Hoiland, 29, 2011 N. 14th St. No. 3, was charged with two counts of abuse or neglect of a child and possession of clonazepam. The charges were dismissed. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
War on drugs lacks a certain something Feb 15, 2008
The trophy case in the squad's office displays some crude bongs made from plastic water bottles, a few ancient glass syringes and bubble-packs of commercial pills including trihexyphenidyl and clonazepam, drugs for controlling Parkinson's disease and seizures. Neither is high on the list of readily abused prescription medicines. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Here's how each case stands Jan 29, 2008
A charge of delivery of clonazepam was dismissed. Sentenced to one year in prison. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Slain mom's son faces new charges Dec 25, 2007
Daniel Gorenberg filled fake prescriptions at the CVS on Clint Moore Road in Boca Raton for 30 clonazepam tablets using his Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance on Aug. 20, the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office said. The drug is often used with other addictive painkillers to enhance the effects. (The Palm Beach Post)
Hawthorne Heights Guitarist Casey Calvert's Fatal Drug Interaction Was Rare, Experts Say Dec 21, 2007
At the time of his death, : citalopram, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor antidepressant, also known by the brand name Celexa; and clonazepam, a benzodiazepine-derived anticonvulsant, brand name Klonopin ... Dr. Carl Salzman, a professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, told MTV News that both citalopram and clonazepam are "both very popular and both very commonly prescribed, often in conjunction with the other." ... And unfortunately, though interaction between two of the meds... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Hawthorne Heights Guitarist Casey Calvert Died of Accidental... Dec 19, 2007
Hawthorne Heights guitarist Casey Calvert's cause of death has finally been revealed: the 26-year-old musician suffered "acute combined effects of opiate, citalopram and clonazepam intoxication," according to autopsy results released yesterday. Calvert was found dead on Nov. 24 on the band's tour bus prior to a scheduled concert. (Dose.ca)
Hawthorne Heights' Casey Calvert Died Of Accidental Mixture Of Medications Dec 18, 2007
Hawthorne Heights guitarist Casey Calvert died due to the "acute combined effects of opiate, citalopram and clonazepam intoxication," according to the results of an autopsy released Monday (December 17) by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in ... The autopsy listed Calvert's death as accidental, though a spokesperson for the chief medical examiner added that it was brought on due to "substance abuse." The opiate referred to in the report wasn't specified, but often, any drug that acts on... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Circuit court actions Dec 2, 2007
Andrew Robertson, 23, Holts Summit, was placed on five years' supervised probation after he pled guilty to possession of the controlled substance Clonazepam and second-degree tampering with a motor vehicle in April 2006. This includes his guilty plea on a March charge of possessing the controlled substance Klonopin. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Man suspected of hitting Lodi fire captain makes first court appearance Nov 20, 2007
In court documents, prosecutors listed the drugs as "neurotin, hydrocodone, clonazepam, seizone and mirtazapine.". McNatt appointed Deputy Public Defender Eric Taylor, who entered "not guilty" pleas on White's behalf. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Two arrested, third sought in home invasion Nov 18, 2007
Those include possession of cocaine with intent to sell, possession of marijuana with intent to sell, possession of Ecstasy, possession of a Schedule IV controlled substance (Clonazepam), possession of hydromorphone and two additional charges of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Also facing charges is Marie Chenowith, 23, who lives at the same address as Latta. (The St. Augustine Record)
Coping With Stress and Anxiety Nov 1, 2007
Talk to your doctor about anxiety remedies such as Clonazepam or Buspar, which are anxiety-reducing medications. If you found Coping With Stress and Anxiety helpful, try. (Suite101.com)
To overcome fears, just face them Oct 28, 2007
Anti-anxiety drugs, mainly sold only on prescription, include various forms of benzodiazepines such as clonazepam, diazepam and lorazepam, as well as newer formulas like BuSpar and Xanax, reported Forbes. The trouble with taking pills is that, while they may alleviate anxiety for a short time, they don't really address the fear long term; worst case, they lead to dependency. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
How To Banish Your Fears Oct 25, 2007
Anti-anxiety drugs, most invented by Roche (other-otc: - - ) and mainly sold only on prescription, include various forms of benzodiazepines such as clonazepam, diazepam and lorazepam, as well as newer formulas like BuSpar (Bristol-Myers Squibb (nyse: - - )) and Xanax. The trouble with taking pills is that, while they may alleviate anxiety for a short time, they don't really address the fear long term; worst case, they lead to dependency. (Forbes)
Are criminals free becauseof state crime lab delays? Oct 9, 2007
What s more, at the accident scene she spoke with slurred speech and had poor balance, and openly admitted to taking three different narcotics: methadone, Xanax and clonazepam. She should have never got in the vehicle, Desha-Perry said. (KHOU.com, TX)
Matier and Ross: Newsom vets possible replacements for Ed Jew Sep 25, 2007
" On the other hand, Fong could just decide to retire. By the way, some of the City Hall higher-ups were actually happy with being asked to submit their resignations. As one told us on the QT, "Thanks to the mayor, I got perfect cover for going out and looking for a new job" - something that several of them had been wanting to do for some time. Squeaky sign: For more than a month now, San Francisco parking control officers have been getting called out to enforce residential parking rules every... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Teen pleads guilty to cocaine, DUI charges Sep 3, 2007
In January, Ishan was indicted on charges of selling carisoprudol and clonazepam within 1,000 yards of a school and first-degree selling cocaine ... In a separate case, Ishan pleaded guilty to selling clonazepam within 1,000 yards of a school ... Ishan's co-defendant, Danny Dale Underwood, 47, of 75 Roland St. in Campbellsville, had charges of selling clonazepam within 1,000 yards of a school and being a second-degree persistent felony offender dismissed because Ishan took responsibility for the... (Campbellsille Central Kentucky News Journal, KY)
Sentences passed in Cole County Circuit Court Aug 26, 2007
Cole County Senior Judge Byron Kinder recently placed a man on five years' supervised probation for pleading guilty to possession of the controlled substance clonazepam. Joshua Jaspersen, 21, Peculiar, was charged in June 2006, court records said. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
More of this story Aug 24, 2007
Police said they found 14 grams of crack cocaine, as well as clonazepam and Xanax pills, in the apartment. In the cabinet beneath the counter, police allegedly recovered two loaded semi-automatic handguns: a. (Brockton Enterprise, MA)
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Burglars take pills at Pontiac pharmacy Aug 14, 2007
Also missing were 128 pills of clonazepam, an antidepressant available by prescription. Comments. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Court stalker? Platte Sr. charged in casesinvolving judge, prosecutor Jul 28, 2007
After his sentencing for possession of the drugs Oxycodone and Clonazepam, Platte Jr. was transferred to a Michigan Department of Corrections facility and is scheduled to be back in Gaylord next month to face an assault charge after he allegedly beat up a cellmate at the Otsego County Jail in June. He is scheduled for a motion hearing Aug. 8 followed by a one-day trial Aug. 20 on one count of assault harm less than murder when he allegedly hit his cellmate in the back of the head with a plastic... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Clermont County Deputies Rounding Up Dozens of Drug Suspects Jul 27, 2007
These individuals were all identified as mid-level traffickers in crack cocaine, cocaine, heroin, Oxycontin, Valium, morphine, Percocet, marijuana, Vicodin, and clonazepam. These charges all stem from trafficking in or around the New Richmond area, though many of those indicted reside outside of the village. (WKRC.com, OH)
Five Defendants Indicted in Unlawful Prescription Drug Operation Jul 21, 2007
Rather, customers were required to have their "purported prescription" filled by one of the affiliated pharmacies which YOD knew would not question the legitimacy of the "purported prescriptions." The overwhelming majority of drug orders submitted by YOD - approximately 97 percent - called for the distribution of hydrocodone, alprazolam, diazepam or clonazepam, all of which were Schedule III or IV controlled substances, by Woody Pharmacy. Based on the nearly 65,000 drug orders and associated... (PR Newswire)
Judge orders prison in drug case Jul 14, 2007
Judge Dennis Murphy sentenced Platte to two concurrent terms of 34 months to 15 years on one count each for possession of Oxycodone and Clonazepam. Murphy ordererd Platte, who was out on parole last year prior to his arrest on a number of charges, to serve the latest sentences consecutive to any parole violations. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Plains man arrested in drug bust Jul 7, 2007
The drugs confiscated include Darvocet, Codeine, Tylenol 3 with Codeine, Clonazepam, Klonopin and Librium. Plains police were tipped by an informant who was contacted repeatedly by Parduski attempting to sell Xanax and Valium, according to a criminal complaint. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Harrisburg man pleads guilty in death of Marion motorcyclist Jun 27, 2007
08 BAC. Gulley also found a 1 mg tablet of clonazepam, a Schedule IV controlled substance normally prescribed as a sedative, in Fitzgerald's left pocket. Fitzgerald also faces a possible civil lawsuit in connection with the case. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
First sleepwalking, now sleep sex? Jun 2, 2007
The sedative clonazepam (Klonopin) is a frequent treatment for unwanted behaviors during sleep and it works in 90 percent of parasomnia cases, according to the new report. It's not clear how common sleepsex is. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Sexual sleep disorder Jun 1, 2007
There are treatments available, such as the drug clonazepam, which allows patients to stay in a deep sleep and makes it more difficult for the internal triggers to go off, Dr. Schenck said. It can be properly diagnosed and treated, Dr. Schenck said. (Globe and Mail)
Fitzgerald trial date set for Aug. 8 May 16, 2007
08 BAC. Gulley also found a 1 mg tablet of clonazepam, a Schedule IV controlled substance normally prescribed as a sedative, in Fitzgerald's left pocket. Terry Sprague, 50, was pronounced dead 3:34 p.m. Sunday at Harrisburg Medical Center as a result of the crash. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Stafford man gets 2 years in guns-for-drugs scheme May 10, 2007
He also admitted that he received a rifle from Muska in exchange for 20 tablets of the controlled drug "clonipin," an apparent reference to the anti-seizure and anti-anxiety medication Clonazepam or Klonopin. A disputed issue in the sentencing was whether Palin's sentence range should be increased for his involvement in a third gun transaction, in which he brokered the sale of a. (Journal Inquirer, CT)
Man sentenced for crack cocaine charges May 8, 2007
3 grams of crack cocaine individually wrapped in a plastic bag, three Alprazolam tablets, three Clonazepam tablets, 10 Oxycodone tablets and 28. 1 grams of crack cocaine in a plastic bag in his pants leg. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Detectives arrest three, seize numerous drugs in Geismar arrests May 5, 2007
Parish narcotics detectives and a Drug Enforcement Administration task force seized eight ounces of crack cocaine, over twenty grams of marijuana, over 30 dosage units each of Schedule I Ecstasy, Schedule IV Clonazepam, a digital scale, nearly 14,000 in cash and a handgun at a house owned by Adrian. D. Washington, 36, 35841 Robert Washington Road, the sheriff said. (Gonzales Ascension Citizen, LA)
Preliminary hearing set for Jonathan Fitzgerald Apr 26, 2007
08 BAC. Gulley also found a 1 mg tablet of clonazepam, a Schedule IV controlled substance normally prescribed as a sedative, in Fitzgerald's left pocket. Terry Sprague, 50, Marion, was pronounced dead 3:34 p.m. Sunday at Harrisburg Medical Center as a result of the crash. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Scott pleads not guilty to second set of drug charges Apr 25, 2007
According to court documents, Scott was charged after police allegedly found a small amount of marijuana and cocaine and the seizure medication Clonazepam in his vehicle Nov. 7. A 15-year-old male was a passenger in his vehicle. (Austin Daily Herald, MN)
Hook, line and sinker: Cops smash Marcus Hook drug ring Apr 24, 2007
The drugs of choice in this operation included cocaine, marijuana, crack and PCP, as well as some prescription drugs, including clonazepam, alprazolam and dihydrocodeinone. Padgett said the borough spent $6,000 for the controlled buys and Rumaker's room at the Star cost $300 a month. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
'The party is over' as Hook stages drug raids Apr 23, 2007
The officer taking that report, according to Chief James R. Padgett, knew Cassidy was under investigation for allegedly selling those pills - clonazepam - to an undercover officer the night before ... The types of drugs being sold during the operation included cocaine, marijuana, crack, PCP, clonazepam, alprazolam and dihydrocodeinone. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Anna Nicole's death an 'accident' Mar 28, 2007
Klonopin (clonazepam): anti-seizure medicine also used to treat anxiety. Methadone: strong painkiller, often used to suppress withdrawal from heroin. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Anna Nicole Smith's Overdose -- a Prescription for Death Mar 28, 2007
These were clonapine commonly known as Clonazepam or Klonopin , diazepam commonly known as Valium and lorazepam commonly known as Atavan. He said Smith had been suffering from severe depression, as well as the stress associated with a number of lawsuits a likely reason for the medications. (ABC News)
Perper also found in the days leading up to her death, Smith, 39, had been taking large amounts of the seldom prescribed sedative chloral hydrate.[Focus on Daniel's death] Mar 28, 2007
Drugs clonapine (commonly known as Clonazepam or Klonopin), diazepam (commonly known as Valium) and lorazepam (commonly known as Atavan) were in her system. Perper said chloral hydrate, a sleeping medication, was the drug which "tipped the balance" and most directly led to Smith's demise. (Xinhuanet, China)
Anna Nicole Smith died from accidental drug overdose Mar 28, 2007
" After Smith's death, a court fight raged in Broward County over who should have control of her remains -- her companion at the time of her death, Howard K. Stern, or her mother. A judge ultimately gave custody of her body to the court-appointed guardian for her infant daughter, who had Smith buried next to her son in the Bahamas. Court battles persist over who Dannielynn's biological father is and whether she is entitled to part of the estate of Smith's former husband, a Texas oil billionaire... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Grand jury indictments for February 2007 Mar 16, 2007
Joshua Alan Nasworthy of Crittenden Avenue, Chickamauga, one count of possession of methadone with intent to distribute, one count of possession of oxycodone with intent to distribute, one count of possession of meperidine with intent to distribute, one count of possession of methadone, one count of possession of oxycodone, one count of possession of meperidine, one count of possession of dihydrocodeinone (hydrocodone) with intent to distribute, one count of possession of dihydrocodeinone... (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
CISD combating drugs in school Mar 12, 2007
"Most of the kids don't know the strength or how much to take (of prescriptions drugs). They can get to a coma state where they can't do anything." In the last three years, CISD police have arrested students for possession or delivery of Acyclovir, Adderall, Albuterol, Ambien, Atenol, Ativan, Clonazepam, Clonidine, cocaine, Concerta, Darvocet, Depakote, ecstacy, Flexeril, Hydrocodone, Lexapro, Lorcet, marijuana, methamphetamine, Mextaxalone, Phenergan, Ritalin, Seroquel, Skelaxin, Soma, Vicodin... (Conroe Courier, TX)
An internet survey of 2,596 people with fibromyalgia Mar 11, 2007
The medications perceived to be the most effective were: hydrocodone preparations, aprazolam, oxycodone preparations, zolpidem, cyclobenzaprine, and clonazepam. Conclusions. (BioMed Central)
Manslaughter, says grand jury Mar 9, 2007
She is charged with two counts of first degree possession of a controlled substance (cocaine and oxycodone), one count of second degree possession of a controlled substance (hydrocodone), one count of third degree possession of a controlled substance (clonazepam) and possession of drug paraphernalia (homemade pipes, spoons and digital scales) first offense. Her bond is 2,500. (Cynthiana Democrat, KY)
Man arrested for driving away from ex-wife with ax, marijuana, controlled substances in his vehicle Jan 16, 2007
The drugs included hydrocodone, a highly addictive pain killer, clonazepam, an anticonvulsant medication, and diazapam, a strong anxiety management medication which can also be used to combat muscle spasms. Tarantino was released on a $5,000 bond and is scheduled to be arraigned for the charges in Bristol Superior Court Monday. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Student faces more drug charges Jan 14, 2007
Discovered in the vehicle was various amounts of prescription pills, including a seizure medication called Clonazepam, 0. 5 grams of cocaine, 0. (Austin Daily Herald, MN)
