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In the last decade cops have busted over 1,000 methamphetamine labs in the state of Utah. But in putting themselves in harm's way to serve and protect the public, they have also been exposing themselves to a hidden killer: the meth lab itself. 81 police officers in Utah have either died, have terminal illness or are extremely sick -- and the one common denominator in every one of these health situations is the officer spent large amount of time in a drug lab.
Utah officers were among the first to be exposed to chemical exposure in meth labs in the early and mid 1980's. At the time, the long-term side effects of such exposure were not known and officers were not required to wear protective gear. The extent of the serious effects of such exposure to health is currently well documented -- people who come in contact with the highly toxic chemicals used to make the drug can become sick and prolonged exposure can lead to cancer. The use of protective gear is now fully implemented. Unfortunately, this necessary precaution has come too late for dozens of law enforcement personnel already suffering from various serious ailments. Tragically, several officers in Utah who worked in the methamphetamine strike forces have died of cancer in the last few years.
The establishment of the Utah Meth Cops Project gives hope for the first time to these unsung heroes exposed to toxic chemicals in the line of duty. The project was started with the purpose of raising funds to train a local team to deliver the program in Utah to those law enforcement personnel who had been poisoned by contact with toxins from meth labs encountered in the line of duty, on a humanitarian basis, at no cost to them. With a grant from the Commission on Crime and Juvenile Justice, the Utah Meth Cops Project opened its door on September 26, 2007, with seven officers starting the program.
Those officers noticed immediate changes in their conditions. The results experienced by the participants were definite and without exception all reported improvements in their health, some very dramatic. By early 2010, 68 officers had completed the program with great success.
Today, the Insider Exclusive shows how Utah Attorney General Mark Shurtleff; Sandra Lucas, Director of the Utah Meth Cops Project; Stuart Smith, Retired Chief of Investigation for the Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office; and Mitch Jensen of the law firm of Siegfried & Jensen came together to support this noble project for Utah's finest.
Mark Shurtleff was elected to his first term as Utah's Attorney General in 2000. A seasoned prosecutor, public servant and family man, Attorney General Shurtleff is now in his tenth year as Attorney General. Since stepping into the Attorney General's office Attorney General Shurtleff has shown his dedication to Utah's families through his strong vision and effective leadership. Prior to 2000, Utah was notorious for nearly leading the country in methamphetamine labs per capita. Attorney General Shurtleff took the meth problem to the legislature, fought for better laws, focused on tough enforcement and today, Utah is among the lowest states in the country for meth production. Attorney General Shurtleff received a bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University and his law degree from the University of Utah College of Law
Mitch Jensen graduated from Brigham Young University with a bachelor's degree in business in 1978. After completing law school at Pepperdine University in 1981, he became a member of the State Bars of California and Utah. Along with Ned Siegfried, Mitch co-founded what is now one of the top personal injury law firms in the Salt Lake City, Utah area, where he specializes in personal injury auto litigation, product liability, and pharmaceutical injuries. Associating with clients is the most rewarding aspect of Mitch's work, as he is inspired by people who overcome significant trials and challenges. He considers the greatest people he knows to be his clients and the attorneys and staff who help them fight to restore their lives and families. In his spare time, Mitch enjoys sports, outdoor activities, spending time with his family, and traveling.
Siegfried & Jensen provides top-notch legal services to residents of Salt Lake City and throughout Utah. The firm's personal injury lawyers have the experience, knowledge, and drive to achieve the just compensation that victims of negligence deserve for the hardships they must face. The firm's 16 skilled attorneys specialize in a variety of fields to offer knowledgeable legal advice and emotional support to injured victims.
You can contact Mitch Jensen at 1-866-883-5350, or www.siegfriendandjensen.com.
You can learn more about the Utah Meth Cops Project at www.utah-detox.org
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Utah Meth Cop Project part 1by utahag493 views
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Kennelmouth 1 year ago
@Kennelmouth Lol there is no such thing in Poland :) Catholics would eat them alive.
maciejwrotek 1 year ago
@LRONHUBBARDisDEAD Yes...why didn't they interview local toxicologist, Dr. Roger Coulombe, Utah State University? He's sort of an expert. Why didn't they ask why the only study that confirms their method was conducted at a center that Tom Cruise built with a sample size of THREE PEOPLE? I guess it's just better for business if you simply appeal to people's emotions.
Kennelmouth 1 year ago
@maciejwrotek Yes...go visit your local Scientology church...L. Ron Hubbard is the guy responsible for the "remedy."
Kennelmouth 1 year ago
is the reciepy for this treatment available for regular person who also has medical issues like acid reflux ?
maciejwrotek 1 year ago
It would be nice to see JUST one person with a PHD or a real medical degree promoting this Hubbard detox scam. You won't. But you will find plenty of medical professionals discussing how dangerous and fraudulent this program is.
The man that developed this program was a convicted criminal con-man. I guess he pulled the ultimate con. He coned the police into spending tax dollars on his quackery.
LRONHUBBARDisDEAD 1 year ago