On Long Island, New York, criminals have installed vending machines selling crack pipes, posing a threat to local communities. These machines, initially designed to sell tampons, have been illegally placed in public areas and refurbished to distribute drug paraphernalia. Police have confirmed, “The machines were originally designed to sell tampons but were refurbished to distribute crack pipes to the public, everyone from drug addicts to curious children.”

Thankfully, police have removed three crack pipe vending machines, preventing easy access to these dangerous items. Suffolk County, with a long history of drug abuse, struggles to make a lasting impact despite their efforts.

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