Stench report leads to discovery of drug lab: home in Amsterdam-North closed for three months
Authorities discovered a drug laboratory in an Amsterdam-North home after suspects fled the scene and discarded a large quantity of cocaine. Police seized several kilograms of drugs, equipment, and a loaded firearm, leading to a mandatory three-month closure of the property by the mayor.
Police in Amsterdam-North recently dismantled a drug production facility following reports of suspicious activity and a strong odor emanating from a residence. The investigation intensified when three individuals fled the property, one of whom dropped a bag containing several kilograms of cocaine. Authorities subsequently searched the house and uncovered 6750 grams of cocaine alongside specialized equipment including drug presses and drying tents. A loaded firearm was also recovered from the home's garden. Following the discovery, Mayor Femke Halsema ordered the property to be closed for three months to ensure the safety and public order of the neighborhood.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.