Drug gang in Vienna: Police smash cannabis plantations!

Drug gang in Vienna: Police smash cannabis plantations!

Hietzing, Wien, Österreich - The drug gang, which was raised in Vienna at a recent police raid in Vienna, caused excitement. According to Kurier , seven kilos of cannabis and numerous cannabis plants were secured. The Viennese police were able to arrest three men who are suspected of having operated drug plantations in two apartments.

The case came to light by water damage in an apartment in Hietzing. On Tuesday, officials opened the door and discovered 120 cannabis plants and 5,824.2 grams of packed cannabis herb. The investigation was taken over by the Vienna State Criminal Police Office, South branch, and led to further suspects. Three Italians were arrested in an apartment in Penzing. A 25-year-old confessed that he had operated the plantation in Hietzing while a 31-year-old admitted to having been involved in rearing and selling the drugs. His 29-year-old brother, on the other hand, denies all allegations and was shown on the foot.

A look at the drug situation in Austria

This raid also throws a light on the general drug situation in Austria. The Report in Austria Dealing with illegal drugs and their markets is still a challenge for the authorities. The European observation center for drugs and drug addiction as well as the Ministry of Health have a look at developments in the drug sector.

The drug report 2024 provides insights into the epidemiological situation of the past year and not only deals with the drug markets, but also relevant measures to reduce demand. The topics also include drug offenses and the legal situation in connection with drug crime, which gives society a better understanding of the problem as a whole.

The Viennese police will remain vigilant in the future to prevent such machinations. According to ORF Vienna such operations are part of the continuous efforts to get the drug scene under control. The feedback from the population is crucial to uncover suspicious activities and protect the community.