Meerssen takes action: two drug-related properties shut down for three months
Residents of Meerssen can breathe easier as the municipality shuts down two properties linked to drug activity. The closures, effective immediately, aim to curb illegal drug trade and enhance neighborhood safety for the next three months.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Geuldalweg and Eburonenstraat, Meerssen |
| Closure Duration | 3 months |
| Reason for Closure | Narcotics found on premises |
| Policy Applied | Damocles policy (Opium Act violations) |
| Mayor in Charge | Mayor Niederer |
| Reporting Hotline | Police: 0900-8844, Anonymous: 0800-7000 |
The Municipality of Meerssen is responsible for enforcing local regulations, including the Damocles policy, which targets illegal drug-related activities. By closing properties linked to drug offenses, the municipality aims to maintain public order and safety within its jurisdiction.
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Municipality of Meerssen | Municipality closes two drug properties
Municipality closes two drug properties
On the orders of Mayor Niederer, the municipality of Meerssen closed two properties on Monday morning, 30 March 2026. The properties in question are located at Geuldalweg in Meerssen and Eburonenstraat in Meerssen. Both properties have been closed for a period of three months after narcotics were found on the premises.
The Damocles policy, 'Policy Rule Damocles Premises and Residences Municipality of Meerssen 2025', outlines the rules for handling violations of the Opium Act. Based on these rules, the mayor can take measures against illegal drug properties and premises where soft and/or hard drugs are sold, delivered, or present. Under this policy, these properties have now been closed.
Reporting suspicious cases?
If so, please contact the police by calling 0900-8844. Prefer to remain anonymous? Then call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 0800-7000.
Reporting via our website
You can also report suspicious cases via our municipal website. On the homepage, you will find a button labelled 'Report suspicious situation'.