GREENFIELD, Ohio — The Highland County Task Force (HCTF) has issued a warning to residents following reports of a dangerous batch of purple narcotics circulating in Greenfield. The alarming development has already resulted in two overdoses today alone, said one law enforcement official.

Authorities are urging anyone in possession of this potentially lethal substance to bring it to the Greenfield Police Department immediately. The task force said, per their Facebook page, individuals who surrender this dangerous drug will not face charges.

The primary objective is to remove this hazardous substance from the streets and prevent further harm.

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