BAGS CONTAINING SACHETS of powder with the names Herbal Haze, China White and Dust till Dawn were stolen last night from a shop in South Belfast.

The PSNI said the substances – commonly referred to as legal highs but also marketed and sold as “bath salts” – should not be ingested by anyone offered them because of their side effects.

They are appealing for information following the burglary in the Donegall Street area of the City yesterday afternoon at 1.30pm.

Police said the substance should not be taken by anyone, but if they are ingested medical advice should be sought immediately. Any one with information about the robbery should contact local police at Lisburn Road Police Station on 0845 600 8000. Or, if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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