Apeldoorn apartment building evacuated after suspected drug lab discovery

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Police in Apeldoorn have evacuated approximately 100 homes on Eburonenstraat following the discovery of a suspected drug laboratory. The incident began in the early hours of Wednesday after authorities responded to reports of firework disturbances.

During the investigation, officers discovered various weapons and a situation indicating the presence of a drug lab. A resident was arrested at the scene. Several police officers required medical attention after being exposed to a chemical odor, though no hospitalizations were necessary.

Specialized units, including the Landelijke Faciliteit Ontmantelen (LFO) and the Explosives Disposal Service of the Defense, have been deployed to manage the site and assess the danger posed by potential explosives and hazardous substances. Residents remain unable to return to their homes while the investigation continues.

Entities

Alphen aan den Rijn · Apeldoorn · Benthuizen Fire Station · Den Haag · Eburonenstraat · Explosieven Opruimingsdienst Defensie · Gelderland · Groningen · Koninklijke Nederlandse Redding Maatschappij · Landelijke Faciliteit Ontmantelen

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[○ 1 SOURCE] A resident was arrested in connection with the incident. apeldoorn-actueel.nl
[● 3 SOURCES] Police discovered a suspected drug lab in an apartment on Eburonenstraat in Apeldoorn. 112vdg.nl · apeldoorn-actueel.nl
[○ 1 SOURCE] Approximately 100 homes were evacuated as a precaution. apeldoorn-actueel.nl
[● 2 SOURCES] The discovery occurred after officers responded to reports of firework disturbances. 112vdg.nl · apeldoorn-actueel.nl
[○ 1 SOURCE] The area was declared safe and residents were allowed to return to their homes.
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Explosieven Opruimingsdienst Defensie (EOD) found a small amount of explosive material.