BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) — A legal product sold at gas stations across the Lowcountry is now under growing scrutiny, as families and medical professionals warn it can have powerful and dangerous effects.
Kratom, a plant-based substance that is not regulated like traditional drugs, was the focus of emotional testimony Tuesday night at the Berkeley County Administration Building. Parents and community members packed the assembly room, urging county leaders to raise awareness about what they say is an addictive and harmful substance that is easy to access.
Kratom products, sold locally in powdered form, pills, and drinks, are widely available at gas stations and smoke shops. Officials warned residents that accessibility does not equal safety…