Two people exposed to pepper spray treated for breathing issues, Des Moines IA


Two people near Fleur Drive experienced breathing difficulties after inhaling pepper spray used on a raccoon. Both were conscious and alert but coughing heavily when medics arrived.
Audio|Source: Des Moines Police Dispatch 1
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Both, you know, assist medics on a sick person, near Fleur Dr, near Fleur Dr, number 13.
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Got a 25-year-old male and a 52-year-old female.
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Both are alert conscious of breathing with difficulty. The male sprayed a raccoon with pepper spray, and then they both breathed it in and they're coughing really bad.
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Location mentioned:
Near Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321
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