A READING woman has posted a shocking photo on social media of an injury she suffered as a result of an apparent spiking attack in a popular nightclub.
Juliet McGeough shared an image on Facebook of what appears to be a ‘puncture’ mark commonly associated with spiking via injection.
The photo shows a large red patch on her back with a wound in the middle of the mark.
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Posting online, Juliet said: “Last night [November 6] I went to Revolution in Reading and was spiked through my back.
“Just thought I’d make people aware that this is going on in Reading.
A Reading woman was allegedly spiked in Revolution Reading on Friday, November 5. Images via Juliet McGeough and Google
“Police are aware and know it’s an issue, so scary this is even a thing.”
A Thames Valley Police spokesperson said: "[We] can confirm that this incident has been reported to us.
"An investigation is ongoing and we would ask anyone with information to please call 101 reference 43210503124."
To spike a drink means to put alcohol or drugs into someone's drink without their knowledge or permission.
Reports of spiking via injections have become increasingly common in recent weeks.
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Last month, Uni of Reading bosses warned spikers they could be thrown out if they are caught drugging students in clubs.
This came after the university was made aware of several reports of spiking and reports that students have received puncture wounds as a result.
A Reading woman was allegedly spiked in Revolution Reading on Friday, November 5. Images via Juliet McGeough and Google
On Friday, November 5, Revolution Reading posted to say they would provide drink covers for party-goers worried about their drinks being spiked.
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In a Facebook post, they wrote: “We’ve got you (and your drinks) covered!
“We now provide drinks covers that will fit all of our glasses to ensure customers can feel safe while having fun with us.”
“Please ask a member of staff if you’d like one of these with your drink and as always, stay safe.”
Revolution was contacted for comment.
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