Tips for Identifying Drug Use

If the crime is in progress please call (801) 799-3000. For emergencies please call 911.

The following are not always indicators in and of themselves. When a pattern of indicators arise and actions are not consistent with normal behavior, it is possible that drugs are involved.

Extreme mood swings
Withdrawal from regular activities
Neglecting hygiene and other responsibilities
Irregular sleep patterns
Change in weight
Often angry, paranoid, confused, or depressed
Euphoria, mania and hyperactivity episodes

Tips for identifying Illegal Drug Activity:

The following are not always indicators in and of themselves. When a pattern of indicators arise and the activity is not consistent with normal behavior there is an increased likelihood of illegal activity.

Unusual amounts of visitors
Residence keeps odd hours
Surveillance system attached to residence
Moving suspicious materials
Darkened or blacked out windows
Activity that is not consistent with normal residence patterns
Hyper-vigilance of the occupants
Vehicle to pedestrian transactions
Hand to hand exchanges

What to do if you suspect drug activity:

Be observant but never place yourself in danger to obtain information
Call your local law enforcement agency
Have specific information if possible, i.e. exact address, license plate numbers, names, and if there are children involved