Emeryville police officer administers Naloxone during suspected opioid overdose. 
On January 25, 2021 at 3:50 AM, Emeryville officers were dispatched to the Emeryville Marina for an unresponsive subject on a boat. Officers arrived on scene and found the subject. The subject’s breathing was shallow, and his pulse was weak. The officer recognized the symptoms of an opioid overdose.
Officers administered Naloxone and the subject’s condition improved. She became responsive when medical personnel arrived on scene. She was transported to a local hospital for medical attention.
In response to the epidemic of drug overdoses from both prescription and illicit opioids, the Emeryville Police Department has trained its officers on the recognition of an opioid overdose and supplied its officers with Naloxone. We want the community to know that calling 911 for assistance with a drug ingestion issue will not result in any criminal charges for being under the influence of an illegal substance. Seeking help is not a crime.
Prepared by: Sgt. M. Lee
Contact for updates: Captain Oliver Collins
Emeryville Chief of Police
Jeff Jennings
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Emeryville Police Department is to protect life and property, to provide a safe respectful environment for people to live, work, and play. We achieve this through professional, proactive, fair and impartial policing in partnership with the community.
Address/Location
Emeryville Police Department
2449 Powell St
Emeryville, CA 94608
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 510-596-3700