Authorities also found traces of Xylazine, a sedative known as “tranq,' which is used on animals for veterinary procedures.
Controlled substances were found on the person of a female inmate who was being searched by a corrections officer.
The substances were tested and were positive for xylazine and fentanyl. Xylazine, also known as “tranq”, is a sedative that is used on animals for veterinary procedures and is known as a substance of abuse. The Marana Police Department had taken the inmate to the Pima County Adult Detention Complex for possession of drug paraphernalia twice and a warrant for failing to appear.
The controlled substance was found on the inmate, and charges of drug possession and promoting prison contraband were added.The exposures came about as a result of touching the inmate's clothing and being close to the drugs.Everyone who was exposed received a medical clearance.
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