Drug raid in Vienna-new building: 6 kilos of crystal meth secured!

Drug raid in Vienna-new building: 6 kilos of crystal meth secured!

On May 8, 2025, the Viennese police carried out a coordinated commitment to a drug ring and ensured impressive six kilograms of crystal meth. The investigation began with the observation of two suspicious men, 25 and 33 years old, who handled in Vienna-new building with a red cooling bag. In the Kenyongasse, the officials noticed that the younger of the two drove to Steinbauergasse with the cooler bag. There a 39-year-old man got into his car and left it shortly afterwards with a larger plastic box.

In the control of the 39-year-old, the police discovered around one kilogram of crystal meth. After this alleged handover of drugs, the 25-year-old returned to the Kenyongasse, while the officials ordered a search near the premises nearby due to suspicion of a bunker apartment. The suspicion was confirmed when the search was five more kilograms of crystal meth and cash of 38,745 euros.

arrests and further investigations

A total of five people were arrested, including three Serbian citizens between the ages of 25 and 33. Interestingly, one of the arrested was the man who had previously been observed with the red cooling bag. The police's investigation also led to another apartment, which was also searched. In this search, an additional 64.1 grams of cocaine were ensured, which continues the drug ring.

The accumulation of drug cases underlines the persistent problem of drug trafficking in Austria. According to the Check the authorities every year Developments on the illegal market, in particular with regard to the spread and consumption of drugs.

Further information on the drug situation and measures to combat the drug problem in Austria can be read in Report of the Kosmo as well as in the comprehensive drug reports of the Nachrichten , which are updated annually and offer important data on drug markets and their changes.