By Jennifer Eisenbart
Editor
There is no question that heroin has made its way into Racine County.
With its devastating effects and almost-instant addiction properties, the drug is becoming a large problem in Wisconsin – and in the area.
To that effect, the Racine County Sheriff’s Department, in collaboration with the Human Services Department, the District Attorney’s office, Racine County Medical Examiner Michael Payne and Racine County government will hold three summits on the issue in May.
The first is Monday, May 5 at Gilmore Middle School in Racine from 6-8 p.m., but the next two are local.
Burlington High School will host Payne, along with Racine County Executive James Ladwig, Racine County Sheriff Christopher Schmaling, District Attorney Richard Chiapete and addiction specialist Dr. David Galbis-Reig Tuesday, May 6 from 6-8 p.m.
The same group will be at Waterford Union High School Thursday, May 15, from 6-8 p.m.
“I feel we need to do more than simply making arrests and responding to the rescue calls,” said Schamling in a press release. “This summit is a proactive step to educate our community about this deadly poison that is destroying our families.”
The summits are open to all parents and community members, though age 13 or older is recommended. Families impacted by heroin abuse will also offer testimony, with a question and answer session to follow.
For more information, please contact the Racine County Sheriff’s Office at (262) 636-3822.
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