Police crack down on drug trafficking in Bergen op Zoom: six arrested
Six suspects were arrested in Bergen op Zoom after police raids uncovered narcotic substances, vehicles, and cash. Residents are urged to report suspicious activity to help combat drug-related nuisance in their neighborhoods.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Date of raids | March 25, 2026 |
| Location | Bergen op Zoom, Noord-Brabant |
| Number of arrests | 6 (1 minor, 5 adults) |
| Ages of suspects | 18, 23, 24, and two 29-year-olds |
| Origins of suspects | Bergen op Zoom (5), Rotterdam (1) |
| Seized items | Narcotic substances, vehicles, phones, and cash |
| Suspected crimes | Trafficking and possession of hard and soft drugs |
| Emergency contact | 112 (urgent), 0900-8844 (non-urgent), 0800-7000 (anonymous reports) |
The Dutch police are responsible for maintaining public order and safety, including combating drug-related crime. This operation in Bergen op Zoom is part of their ongoing efforts to disrupt illegal drug trafficking networks and reduce nuisance in local communities.
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Six arrests in investigation into narcotic substances
On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, police conducted multiple raids on homes in Bergen op Zoom. A total of six suspects were arrested, and narcotic substances were seized.
As part of an investigation into drug trafficking, police entered several homes in Bergen op Zoom early Wednesday morning. During the searches, officers found a quantity of narcotic substances, which were seized. Additionally, multiple vehicles, phones, and cash were confiscated. A minor boy, a 23-year-old man, a 24-year-old man, and two 29-year-old men from Bergen op Zoom, as well as an 18-year-old man from Rotterdam, were arrested. They are suspected of trafficking and possessing hard and soft drugs. The suspects have been taken to the police station and are being held for questioning. Police are continuing their investigation.
Report suspicious situations by calling 112
The trafficking of narcotic substances is not only illegal but can also cause nuisance. The police are paying close attention to this. Do you see a suspicious situation, such as a possible drug deal? Help make your neighborhood safer. Recognize suspicious signals and act on them. Contact us immediately in suspicious situations via 112 or afterward via 0900-8844. Anonymous reports can also be made by calling 0800-7000.