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Posted by: Praetorian Sep 22 2008, 06:06 PM

I'm a police officer in New York State and we had a drug overdose saturday morning. The guy died, and he was shooting up with three of his friends. They were all sharing the needles with each other. Well, as we were processing the crime scene, one of the needles they were using stuck into my right ring finger. Great. I had to go to the hospital for some shots and now I have to take anti-HIV pills for 42 days that make you VERY sick. So...two days down, 40 to go!

Posted by: MickeM Sep 22 2008, 06:11 PM

Oh sorry to hear that, hope everything works out and that you don't catch anything that could be on them needles

Posted by: ZakkWylde Sep 22 2008, 06:27 PM

Thank god there is something like those anti-HIV pills! Better ill for a month or two then getting aids while protecting and serving... Don't you get some kevlar gloves or something like that (unpiercable equip) when you go the a crime scene with drug abuse?!?

Posted by: Praetorian Sep 22 2008, 06:33 PM

We aren't issued Kevlar gloves. We can buy them ourselves if we want to. Truth is, I have used them before and they are very difficult to manipulate since they are thick. But...I guess they would have been worth it!

Posted by: Ivan Milenkovic Sep 22 2008, 06:40 PM

OMG man, that is tough, I hope you have a fast recovery.

Posted by: Alex87 Sep 22 2008, 06:51 PM

Really sorry to hear that. Hope you will get better soon

Posted by: Fran Sep 22 2008, 06:58 PM

Oh man so sorry to hear.
Just take those pills no matter how awful they might be and in 40 days this will be just a story to share with friends over a beer. Good luck man.

Posted by: Capt.Z Sep 22 2008, 07:01 PM

That's terrible... It would've never happened if it wasn't for drug abuse...

Posted by: Canis Sep 22 2008, 07:04 PM

My fingers are crossed for you
Hope you'll be allright =)

Posted by: Tolek Sep 22 2008, 07:27 PM

I heard about that pills! You´re a really poor guy! I even don´t want to mention what is waiting for you... If I way you, I wouldn´t do anything during these 40 days and just save power to recover very quickly... Good luck anyway!

Posted by: skennington Sep 22 2008, 07:28 PM

Dang bro, sorry to hear that. Wish you a speedy recovery and thank you for putting your life on the line everyday to protect people!

Posted by: MickeM Sep 22 2008, 07:31 PM

Well said, I just have to second that!! Thanks for your efforts, it's much appreciated no matter where in the world we're located!

Posted by: sigma7 Sep 22 2008, 07:46 PM

sorry man! i thought once u get aids ur done?

Posted by: Tolek Sep 22 2008, 07:49 PM

There´s a pill that eliminates the HIV-virus. However, one must start with the therapy within 48 hours I think. Otherwise, you´re done as you said, sigma7... Praetorian had a great chance that he was treated immediately...

Posted by: Bogdan Radovic Sep 22 2008, 08:01 PM

Oh I am very sorry to hear this Was the needle infected ? I wish you a fast recovery through those 40 days! I hope everything turns out ok..

Posted by: Nemanja Filipovic Sep 22 2008, 08:10 PM

Oh,sad news my friend .I hope every thing works out.You do a very hard job,and job that requires a lot of bravery.Once again hope you be alright.

Posted by: IDontWantMyUsername Sep 22 2008, 08:11 PM

Oh, that's terrible, as said above, better to do that than getting HIV or AIDS at least, and after a while I'm sure that's quite a story to tell over a beer like Fran said

Posted by: Ivan Milenkovic Sep 22 2008, 08:26 PM

You're in luck they have those pills mate, I didn't thought these pills were available. In addition to your speedy recovery I also must pay my respects to you for putting your life on the line man. Very brave man you are for being a police officer.

Posted by: Kuba Szafran Sep 22 2008, 08:38 PM

Bad news mate. Hope you'll recover from that asap.

Posted by: bsamn Sep 22 2008, 08:42 PM

oh man that sucks,
but im sure everything will be fine bro...

Posted by: Praetorian Sep 22 2008, 08:43 PM

Thanks guys! The pills are starting to take their toll...I feel like GARBAGE! I am still trying to practice though! I don't know if the needle was infected or not. Probably not, but I am not taking any chances.

By the way Kuba - my parents are on vacation in Poland right now. They are touring around the country and are in Torun right now. Is that near you?

Posted by: Kuba Szafran Sep 22 2008, 08:51 PM

Torun is about 250 miles from Lubaczow, so pretty far. Lubaczow is located in south-east of Poland, quite close to border with Ukraine. Hope your parents will have enjoy their stay here .

Posted by: audiopaal Sep 22 2008, 09:18 PM

Oh man, and I thought my day was bad..
I'm very sorry that happened to you, but I'm sure you'll be fine mate

Posted by: sigma7 Sep 22 2008, 09:36 PM

just rest up praetorian!

Posted by: -Zion- Sep 22 2008, 09:54 PM

wow.. that sucks major.. I really hope you recover from this..

But hasn't the hospital taken some samples of the needle to check whether or not it was infected.. I mean, if it is not infected with hiv or aids, you maybe could stop taking the pills?

awesome that they have those pills. Didn't know pills like that existed.. I can only imagine how ill one must become of them.. but better than getting hiv or aids..

Posted by: ItsMe Sep 22 2008, 10:04 PM

Hope everything works out for you! Good luck

Posted by: Praetorian Sep 22 2008, 10:21 PM

I asked the same thing. The doctor said because we weren't sure which needle it was (there was quite a few of them...here is a pic) and the fact that there is still no guarantee. Even if the needle tests negative, there may still have been some microscopic transfer...I think that is how she phrased it. Better safe than sorry

Posted by: superize Sep 22 2008, 10:22 PM

Oh man that really sucks.......

Posted by: Barenaked Ninja Sep 23 2008, 01:46 AM

Wow. I'm sorry to hear your recent run-in. One of my best friends from college is a Columbus Ohio police officer and I always worry about stuff like this. Props to you my friend and I wish you well.

Posted by: besip Sep 23 2008, 01:55 AM

hope you be good man
take care

Posted by: SensE Sep 23 2008, 02:58 AM

This is like the worst news that I've ever heard, man. I didn't even know they have like anti-HIV pills and stuffs like this. I hope you are fine, man. God will bless good man. I always believe that. Be determine and don't be upset!

Posted by: FrankW Sep 23 2008, 04:31 AM

I'm really sorry to hear that, man. I feel for you. I have nothing but respect for police officers. Talk about trying to fight with one hand tied behind your back! You guys have one of the most frustrating, and ultimately depressing jobs in existence. I say wear all the protection you can as long as you can still do your job. It's a sick world out there, it truly is. Maybe some guitar playing will help you deal with it. Good luck!