Man Seizes After Smoking Suspected “Tuklaw” Cigarette in Taguig
TUKLAW – A video has surfaced online showing a man convulsing on the street in Taguig after smoking a cigarette known as “tuklaw,” alarming both citizens and authorities.
A man in Taguig City was rushed to the hospital after he began convulsing shortly after smoking a cigarette known as “tuklaw,” which had been offered to him by an unidentified motorcycle rider. The alarming incident was captured on video and has since circulated online, prompting heightened concern among residents and authorities.
Witnesses said the rider approached the victim and asked him to light and take a puff from the cigarette. Moments later, the man began to shake violently, appearing to lose control of his body. Onlookers quickly responded and sought immediate medical assistance for the victim, who remains under observation in a nearby hospital.
“Tuklaw” is a cigarette reportedly made from an herb originating from Vietnam. Health experts warn that it contains dangerously high levels of nicotine, which can lead to adverse effects such as seizures, convulsions, and even loss of consciousness. Medical professionals and authorities are now warning the public against trying the substance, especially when offered by strangers.
The Taguig City police have launched a manhunt to locate the individual responsible for giving the cigarette to the victim. Investigators are also working to identify the distribution network behind the proliferation of “tuklaw” in the local area. Officials suspect that the product may be part of a growing underground market for high-nicotine, herbal-based cigarettes.
Law enforcement is now doubling down on efforts to suppress the sale and distribution of this hazardous product. Authorities urge residents to report any suspicious activity related to “tuklaw” or other unregulated substances to help protect public safety.
As the investigation continues, the incident serves as a grim reminder of the dangers associated with unfamiliar or unregulated smoking products. Health officials continue to emphasize the importance of public awareness, especially when it comes to accepting items from unknown individuals.
The victim’s condition is being closely monitored as authorities work to bring those responsible to justice and prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
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