POLICE have issued a warning to drug users in Ceredigion to take extra care following reports of a particularly harmful batch of drugs circulating in the area.

Dyfed-Powys Police urge those living in the Aberystwyth area to be alert, as there is thought to be a potent batch of drugs in circulation, believed to be Xanax.

Reports received stated that the imported drug comes in a small block users are breaking into three due to its potency. Users of the drug have reportedly become unconscious after use.

A Dyfed-Powys Police spokesperson said: “We are urging drug users to be cautious and to be aware of the dangers this drug poses and to seek medical attention immediately should they become unwell.

“Please share this information with anyone that you believe could come into contact with these drugs.”