Mayor cracks down on drug trafficking in Tiel with hefty fines
Two individuals in Tiel face €5,000 fines each after police found drugs, cash, and evidence of trafficking. Mayor José van Egmond enforces penalty payments to curb drug-related crime and protect neighborhood safety, urging residents to report suspicious activity.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Tiel, Gelderland |
| Individuals penalized | 2 |
| Penalty per violation | €5,000 (max €20,000) |
| First case (Oct 2025) | 5 joints, cocaine, phone with drug sale messages (cocaine, GHB, ketamine) |
| Second case (Jan 2026) | 8 cocaine packages, €1,020 cash, direct drug transfer observed |
| Reporting hotline | 0900-8844 (police), 0800-7000 (anonymous) |
The mayor of Tiel holds executive authority to impose penalty payments under municipal bylaws aimed at combating drug-related crime. This power is part of broader local governance efforts to maintain public safety and livability in cooperation with law enforcement agencies.
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Mayor imposes two penalty payments due to drug activities
Mayor José van Egmond has taken two measures against individuals involved in drug trafficking. These measures are intended to protect safety and livability in the municipality.
On October 1, 2025, one individual was checked by the police. During the inspection, the police found 5 joints, a small amount of cocaine, and a mobile phone. Messages were also discovered detailing agreements about the sale of narcotic substances, including cocaine, GHB, and ketamine. As a result, the mayor has imposed a penalty payment. The penalty amounts to €5,000 per violation, with a maximum of €20,000.
Cocaine, cash, and direct sales discovered
On January 28, 2026, another individual was checked by the police on Brugstraat in Tiel. Eight small packages suspected to contain cocaine, €1,020 in cash, and a phone were found. The police observed the direct transfer of drugs to a user. The individual admitted to purchasing the cocaine from the suspect. This person is known to the police for previous offenses related to hard drugs, such as possession and trafficking. A penalty payment was already in effect. Therefore, this person must now pay €5,000.
Mayor Van Egmond: “Drug-related crime leads to insecurity and attracts the wrong people to our municipality. We do not accept this. With these measures, we clearly show that we are taking action against anyone who harms our neighborhoods and districts.”
Working together for a safe municipality
The municipality will continue to collaborate with the police and other partners to combat drug-related crime. Imposing and collecting penalty payments is one of the tools used for this purpose.
Reporting suspicious activity
Residents can also play an important role by reporting suspicious situations. This can be done via the police at 0900-8844 or in case of emergency at 112. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Meld Misdaad Anoniem at 0800-7000. You can also file a report online via the Meld Misdaad Anoniem website. Your tip will be forwarded to the police, but your details will not be shared.