Rise in fatal drug overdoses in France

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1. 1 Jan 2020Background

   France launches Ofast, a national anti-drug office, replacing OCRTIS

   On 1 January 2020 France set up the Office anti-stupéfiants (Ofast), replacing OCRTIS to coordinate the national fight against drug trafficking.

2. 1 Jan 2025Background

   Paris prosecutors warn of sharp rise in overdoses and drug availability

   The Paris public prosecutor's office warned of a sharp rise in overdoses and in the availability of drugs in the capital, notably cocaine and synthetic products.

3. 

   9 Nov

   Fatal overdoses in France have more than doubled in ten years

   France recorded 659 drug-related deaths in 2024, up from 243 in 2014. The national anti-drug office warns that cheap synthetic drugs add a new threat.