Police uncovered drug gang in Vienna: five arrests in bunker apartments

Police uncovered drug gang in Vienna: five arrests in bunker apartments

in Vienna, the police were advanced against a drug gang. On March 29, 2025, there were several arrests and searches that marked a clear blow against drug trafficking in the city. The EGS group was able to arrest five suspects, including three men with Serbian citizenship and two other suspects who are of Turkish and Austrian origin.

The first arrests were made on March 26, when three men between the ages of 25, 26 and 36 were arrested in favorites. The following day, March 27, a 21-year-old Turk and a 25-year-old Austrian were arrested in Margareten. During the searches in two so-called "bunker apartments", the officials found considerable evidence.

drugs found and cash

A total of around 700 grams of cocaine, 9 kilograms of cannabis resin and herb, and 17,000 euros in cash were ensured during the searches. In addition, the investigators discovered three fake ID cards, which led to further advertisements. All five suspects were reported in relation to the Sugstantic Act and the suspicion of membership in a criminal association. The 36-year-old suspect also has to struggle with a accusation of forgery of documents after the fake documents have been found.

The Vienna public prosecutor's office has decided to transfer the suspects to the judiciary. This is another step in the effort of the authorities to push the drug trafficking back in Vienna and the surrounding area. The drug problem remains a persistent topic in Austria, for which the annual

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drug Situation in Austria

The report is commissioned by the European Observatory for Drugs and Drugs (EBDD) and the Ministry of Health and deals with the developments in illegal drugs and the associated risks. In particular, the drug report for 2024, which covers the epidemiological situation of 2023, highlights the political and legal framework and the measures for demand reduction.

In addition, important topics such as drug markets, drug -related offenses and the effects of drugs on the judicial system are dealt with. A current publication strengthens social dialogue through these profound problems. The preventive measures and the clarification of the dangers of illegal drugs are also of great importance in view of such operations as in Vienna.

These recent events illustrate the continuing challenges with which the police and the health system are faced with while trying to contain drug use and the associated social consequences. According to a report by ORF Vienna the drug situation in Vienna should not be underestimated and requires continuous attention and measures.