Large police campaign in the Burgenlandkreis: 1.3 million euros secured drugs!

Large police campaign in the Burgenlandkreis: 1.3 million euros secured drugs!

Weißenfels, Deutschland - Today, on July 14, 2025, a large-scale police campaign took place in Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt against a suspected drug ring. This long -awaited campaign included the search of 26 objects, 21 of which were in the Burgenland district. In the course of these searches, the police confiscated astonishing 6 kg crystal meth, 70 kg marijuana, several kilograms of cocaine and 1 kg ecstasy. The total value of the illegal drugs is estimated at around 1.3 million euros, which makes this campaign one of the greatest successes in the field of drug fighting in the past three years, as Fazemag

In addition to the drug confiscations, several thousand euros in cash, various weapons such as shock pistols and knives as well as illegal pyrotechnics were also ensured. Two high -quality vehicles were confiscated in the operation. In total, the police temporarily arrested six men aged 25 to 36; Five of them are now in custody, while one is at large again. Four of the arrested come from Weißenfels, two from the Leipzig area. It is interesting to notice that most of the arrested are already known to the law enforcement authorities.

Cooperation between the police authorities

The successful search was carried out in cooperation with the Halle police inspection, the Saxons police, the state riot police and the State Criminal Police Office in Saxony-Anhalt. This cross -border cooperation indicates a high risk situation that manifests itself in the region around Leipzig and the Burgenlandkreis. According to the police, the region has developed into a focus in drug trafficking for years.

The danger of crystal meth, which is one of the most dangerous synthetic drugs in Europe, is undisputed. Consumption can result in serious physical and psychological consequences. The production of these drugs usually takes place in illegal laboratories in Eastern Europe, while sales through regional networks are organized in Germany.

Research projects on Crystal Meth in Saxony

In the context of the drug problem in Saxony, the research project "Crystal Meth in Saxony" was carried out by the Saxon Institute for Police and Security Research (SIPS) from 2019 to 2023. The aim of this project was to examine the phenomenology and the background of the methamphetamine consumption in Saxony. Methodological approaches included a light field analysis that collided data from police crime statistics and other sources, as well as qualitative interviews with those affected and specialist staff from medical and therapeutic institutions.

The results of this comprehensive research project provide valuable insights into the problem of Crystal-Meth consumption in Saxony and offer recommendations for action for future drug control and prevention. These scientific knowledge is essential to understand the situation in the region effectively and act accordingly, as well as Saxony