Hiroshima Carp's Hatsuki indicted for alleged "zombie cigarette" use

Professional baseball player Ryutaro Hatsuki of the Hiroshima Carp was indicted Tuesday for allegedly using etomidate, a regulated substance also known as a "zombie cigarette," prosecutors said.According to the indictment, Hatsuki, 25, allegedly used a small amount of etomidate at his home for nonmedical purposes around Dec. 16.The Hiroshima prosecutors did not disclose whether he has admitted to the allegation.The drug can cause spasms in the hands and legs as well as loss of consciousness. It is used overseas to induce anesthesia for surgery.Hatsuki was arrested on Jan. 27. He initially d…READ FULL ARTICLE