A teenage girl has died after taking what has been described as a ‘mystery tablet’ at a nightclub, according to police.
It is understood that the 16-year-old girl fell ill at a club called ‘Move’ in Exeter in the UK at around 12:30 am on Saturday, December 3.
She was swiftly taken to the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital where she passed away today.
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Officers confirmed that a boy of the same age has been arrested on suspicion of supplying the unknown substance - which is thought to be a class A drug such as ecstasy or LSD.
Her family and friends have been informed of her death and are being supported, Devon and Cornwall Police said.
The force quickly went public to warn that a "number of teenagers may have taken the tablets containing unknown substances,” and urged "anyone who may also have been affected" to get in touch.
Detective Chief Inspector, Lee Nattrass told reporters: "We have identified several teenagers already who reported that they had taken drugs but we would urge anyone else who has felt unwell to seek medical help and to contact us.
"We have seen time and time again that these substances can kill and we have another tragic case on our hands.
"Talk To Frank is a website with vital information for people about many types of drugs and we ask that parents have open and honest conversations with their children about the risks of drugs.
"You don't know what they contain and you don't know the reaction you may have - it could be fatal. I urge anyone considering taking drugs to think twice and reconsider."
The boy who was arrested remains in custody on Saturday afternoon.
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