Risks
The production of synthetic drugs is prohibited. It also carries significant risks. Acids and highly flammable solvents are used in production. The costs for clearing a drug lab and disposing of the waste are paid with our tax money. The production of synthetic drugs is often controlled by serious criminals. Growers and lab technicians increasingly become victims of violent crimes and rip-offs. But not only the perpetrators are in danger; you are too. Criminals do not shy away from violence. This creates unsafe situations. Chemical waste from drug labs is a threat to the environment and can cause burns.
How do I recognize a drug lab and what should I do?
- Drug labs can be located anywhere: in the countryside or in the big city, in commercial buildings, farm sheds, residential houses, garage boxes, or in apartment buildings.
- A drug lab has a strong chemical smell, such as solvents (acetone).
- To prevent the outside from smelling like that, cracks in unused windows and doors are often sealed, for example with spray foam.
- Extraction systems with carbon filters often vent the air through the roof.
- Drug labs are often near factories or farms that also have unpleasant smells (manure smell). This makes the smell of the drug lab less noticeable.
- If you discover a drug lab, go outside immediately.
- Ensure your safety. Do not assume you are safe if you do not smell any chemicals. There is always a chance of toxic substances, an explosion, or fire.
- Call the police at 112. Do this from a safe distance. You can also always call Crime Anonymous at 0800-7000.
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