Fayetteville police officer treated with Narcan after fentanyl exposure while serving search warrant

FAYETTEVILLE, NC (WTVD) -- According to Fayetteville police, an officer is in the hospital after being exposed to fentanyl.

The incident happened Thursday morning while the officer was serving a search warrant.

The officer was treated with two doses of Narcan and was taken to the hospital.

Officials have released the officer's identity.

Fentanyl an opioid which is used as a pain medication and together with other medications for anesthesia.