Wallsend dad Joe Clarke died as he rushed to protect his son Robert from two youths high on a cocktail of valium, temazepam, cannabis and beer, who then slashed and shot him.
A man high on valium was given a nine-year sentence after he slashed his friend 21 times in a frenzied and unprovoked knife attack. Stephen Pollin, 23, of Sycamore Road, Blaydon, had also threatened to cut victim Lee Tully's throat.
Any youngsters with concerns about drug taking can call the Turning Point young persons outreach service on (0191) 251 9171 or (0780) 8573031. Parents can call (0961) 885122.
