Florida man learns hard way he stole laxatives, not opioids No description found
PINELLAS PARK, Fla. – A Florida man thought he was being smart when he stole opioids from the medicine cabinet of a home where he was staying.
However, Peter Hans Emery, 56, quickly learned he didn't steal opioids at all. Instead, the laxatives he took probably sent him running to the bathroom.
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The pills were labeled Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, which is a pain medication that can be highly-addictive. However, the pills themselves were actually Equate Gentle Laxative.
With a long rap sheet, Emery was arrested and booked on a felony charge and probation violation charges.
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