Researchers begin to decipher metabolism of sexual assault drug Nov 20, 2009
But 4-HBalso called gamma hydroxybutyrate or GHBis best known and most feared when it is taken orally, because it is a drug that impairs the capacity to exercise judgment, like rohypnol and ketamine hydrochloride. For that reason, it can be used to facilitate acquaintance sexual assault, commonly called date rape. (EurekAlert!)
Women who think they have been roofied are usually just drunk Oct 28, 2009
"There is no evidence of widespread use of hypnotics in sexual assault, let alone Rohypnol, despite many attempts to prove the contrary," he tells the Telegraph. Researchers worry that the roofie myth is leading to the wrong kind of vigilance: Instead of watching to make sure their friends aren't becoming too intoxicated or walking home alone, a group of women at a bar may focus on keeping an eye on each other's drinks, or taking their own cocktails with them to the bathroom. (Harper's Magazine)
Man drugged and raped daughter, court told Oct 5, 2009
When her blood was tested for drugs traces of an active ingredient also found in the drug rohypnol were found in her system, the court was told. During the trial a chemist would testify the description of the pills matched the description of hypodorm, a powerful sleeping tablet which can cause amnesia, Ms Balic said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Report of Suspected Date Rape Drug Use Sep 25, 2009
ROHYPNOL ( FLUNITRAZEPAM) - Roaches * Roapies * Rib * Ro-Shay * Rochas Dos * Rope * Run-Trip-and-Fall * Roofies * Rophies * R-2s * Larocha * Mexican Valium * Roach * Roofenol * Ruffies * Roches ... Rohypnol is usually distributed as white pills that dissolve quickly in liquid. (WCAX.com, VT)
* World News Quick Take Jul 1, 2009
Xydias denied doping his victims with date-rape drug Rohypnol and said they had fallen unconscious after drinking and smoking cannabis. The court earlier heard that one of the women had been unconscious for two days. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Boone County group aiming to raise awareness of sexual assault Apr 30, 2009
Also used in this form of sexual assault includes drugs like GHB, Ketamaine, Rohypnol and other benzodiazepines including Xanax, Valium, Versed and Klonipin. She said GHB is no longer in the blood after four to five hours and is excreted in the urine within 12 hours. (Boone Today, IA)
Avoiding the dangers of date rape drugs Apr 28, 2009
"You have Rohypnol, Gamma Hydroxybutyric Acid (GHB) and Ketamine Hydrochloride." Rohypnol pills, commonly known as ruffies, R-2 or ropies, are 5-10 times more powerful than Valiums ... GHB is considered to be more dangerous than Rohypnol or Ketamine because an overdose can be fatal, especially when combined with alcohol. (Storm Lake Pilot Tribune, IA)
Magnolia student arrested for sexual assault of child Apr 28, 2009
The most popular date rape drugs, such as Rohypnol and Gamma hydroxy butyrate (GHB), are difficult to detect because of a lack of color, odor and taste. Tucker encourages adults to not take drinks that they did not watch being poured and warns both adults and teens to not take drugs of any kind. (Navasota Examiner, TX)
Andrew Tate There's a lot to laugh about when it comes to sport. But if you want a real belly-laugh you're probably off with a professional comedian. Read more Apr 5, 2009
The kits included fake knuckledusters, a rubber knife, balaclavas, imitation flares and boxes labelled as Rohypnol as part of a sketch that made light of crowd violence at Bulldogs games check it out at. Only problem for Licciardello was that officials were not amused and he was charged with offensive conduct. (The Age, Australia)
Traveling to Mexico Dangerous for Spring Breakers Mar 19, 2009
A few years ago, six or seven students showed up to the student health center suspecting that they had been given Rohypnol (the date-rape drug) the night before in Mexico. When examined at the health center all of the students tested positive for a sexually transmitted disease, said Darnata. (UCD Advocate, CO)
5 victims of rape in 2 weeks (2) Mar 3, 2009
5 victims of rape in 2 weeks. Connecting You to Your Community Lodi, California. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
