Huffing

Utah sounds alarm about huffing glue

PROVO -- Health officials in Utah are trying to warn students about the long-term consequences of using glue, markers or other toxic chemicals to get high.

Davis County sheriff’s deputy paramedics and Syracuse police respond to a rollover of a green 2000 Chevy Malibu at 4:30 p.m. Sunday at 3361 S. 700 South in Syracuse. Spencer Steven Nicolas, 18, of Syracuse, was cited for driving under the influence of drugs, possession of a psychotoxic chemical, not wearing a seat belt and running a stop sign. Officers found air duster in the vehicle and say Nicholas told them he had been huffing while driving. Officials say inhalant abuse is becoming more prevalent among adults. (Photo courtesy of the Davis County Sheriff’s Office)

Police: Syracuse man rolls car after huffing 'Duster Air' to get high

SYRACUSE — An 18-year-old Syracuse man is facing charges after rolling his car while huffing air duster, a chemical used to clean electronic appliances, police say.

At 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Spencer Steven Nicolas rolled a green 2000 Chevy Malibu at 3361 W. 700 South, said Detective Heath Rogers.

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