Drug raid in Villach: two arrests and 100,000 euros in value!

Drug raid in Villach: two arrests and 100,000 euros in value!

The drug investigators in Carinthia have recently arrested two men who are suspected of being involved in illegal drug trafficking over a period of more than two years. During a search in the Villach area on June 25th, the investigators were able to ensure significant amounts of drugs. The confiscated substances included 4,000 grams of speed, 100 grams of cocaine, 65 grams of crystal meth and 300 grams of heroin. The estimated street value of these drugs amounts to around 100,000 euros, such as Klick Carärnten reports.

The investigation focuses on two men, 46 and 43 years old who are suspected of ordering and selling drugs over the Internet. During the searches, not only drugs, but also cash, a machine gun, a long weapon and ammunition were ensured. Both suspects have been brought to the Klagenfurt prison and have so far made no statements.

international dimension of drug trade

In addition, it is believed that the drugs were sold in the city area of Villach. In the course of the investigation, two other men aged 31 and 33 from Villach were also reported to the Klagenfurt public prosecutor. The investigation has not yet been completed, and it remains to be seen in which direction the further research will lead.

Current drug position in Austria

The situation around drug trafficking and consumption in Austria remains critical. The current "Report on the drug situation in Austria" is created annually and deals comprehensively with illegal drugs. It offers insights into the epidemiological situation, political and legal framework conditions and measures for demand reduction, as on the website of the [Social Ministry.gv.at] (https://www.social ministerium.gv.at/themen/Gesundheit/drogen-undsucht/suchtmittel-nps-nps-Drogen outputs/presented The last report was updated on January 29, 2024 and deals with the developments in the drug market and drug -related topics.

The police have increasingly focused on drug trafficking in Carinthia in recent weeks in order to counteract the increase in drug -related offenses. It remains to be seen what further effects these arrests will have on drug crime in the region.