Investigation
The police started the investigation following tips from a previous inquiry. The 38-year-old suspect from Veenendaal was allegedly involved in drug trafficking. On January 16, he was arrested along with a 40-year-old man. The police searched four residences and a garage in Amerongen.
Drug Lab, Hemp Cultivation, Large Quantity of Narcotics
During the searches, the police indeed found drugs. There was a drug lab and a hemp cultivation site, as well as large quantities of narcotics and materials for their production. In the garage, more than 40 barrels of chemicals were also discovered. Everything has been seized.
The investigation is ongoing, and more arrests are possible.
Municipal Measures
Drug crime poses a danger to the neighborhood. The municipalities of Veenendaal and Utrechtse Heuvelrug are actively combating this crime. The mayor has decided to close the residence on Ferdinand Bolstraat and take measures for other homes due to the drug discovery.
Drug use contributes to crime. If you need help with drug issues, contact your doctor or Iriszorg at 088-6061600. You can also reach out to the municipality at veiligheid@veenendaal.nl.
Report Suspicious Situations!
The residence on Ferdinand Bolstraat was unoccupied, but there were suspicious activities. Mayor Kats urges people to report any suspicious signals so that the police can intervene and prevent crime.
Call the police at 0900-8844 or report anonymously via Crime Reporting Anonymous at 0800-7000 if you see something suspicious. More information about recognizing suspicious signals can be found at www.houdmisdaaduitjebuurt.nl.