A 15-year-old girl has died in Northallerton after taking ecstasy.
Emergency services were called to the Applegarth car park at around 9.30pm on Saturday to reports that a girl had collapsed.
North Yorkshire Police said the girl was taken to James Cook Hospital in Middlesbrough where she died.
Police have launched an investigation and have advised anyone who has recently purchased the drug to be “cautious and aware of the potential consequences of taking the drug”.
Detective Inspector Jon Sygrove, said: “This is an incredibly sad and tragic event and police enquiries are ongoing to determine the events around the girl’s death. Our thoughts and condolences are with her family and friends.
“As our investigation continues, I’d advise anyone who has purchased MDMA recently to be cautious about taking it. If you have already taken the drug and feel unwell, please seek medical assistance immediately.
The force said inquiries are ongoing to determine if the drug led to the teenager’s death.
DI Sygrove also appealed to witnesses who were in the car park to come forward.
He said anyone with information should call the force control room on 101 quoting reference 12190085105.