David Travers
22 Jun 2018 · Coroner Stephen Covell · Plymouth Torbay and South Devon
The coroner's concerns
1. multiple prescription drug access
“Evidence from several witnesses indicated that Mr [name redacted] was able to access multiple prescriptions for drugs by moving around Plymouth and the surrounding area and presenting to different GP surgeries as requiring drugs.”
2. prescription drug diversion
“Evidence also indicated that Mr [name redacted] would sell or barter prescription drugs to obtain illicit drugs.”
3. excessive prescription drug consumption and illegal market entry
“given the above evidence, | am concerned that it is nevertheless still too easy for persons to access multiple prescriptions. This presents a risk to those who are able to obtain and take excessive amounts of prescription drugs and a route by which prescription drugs can enter an illegal drugs market”