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Courtney Chamberlain suspected drug death at Leeds club

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Police are supporting Courtney Chamberlain's family

An 18-year-old woman has died of a suspected drug overdose in a Leeds nightclub.

Courtney Chamberlain collapsed at The Warehouse nightclub in the early hours of Monday.

West Yorkshire Police say she was taken to hospital by ambulance where she was pronounced dead.

A 19-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of class A drugs.

The Warehouse nightclub posted a statement on Facebook saying: "We are extremely saddened by the tragic incident which occurred on Sunday night and extend our deepest sympathy to the family and friends at this very sad time."

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The Warehouse first opened in 1979

West Yorkshire Police were alerted by staff at Leeds General Infirmary at 03:18.

Det Insp Amanda Wimbles said: "Taking illegal substances is incredibly dangerous and I would urge anyone considering doing so to think twice."

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