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Drug-related police enforcement in Europe

Overview

Law enforcement actions in Belgium and Bulgaria have resulted in the seizure of narcotics and the detention of drivers.

In Geraardsbergen, Belgium, a driver was arrested following a speed check after police discovered cannabis and cocaine inside a vehicle. Authorities also seized a mobile phone, cash, and the vehicle. Police Chief Patrice De Mets stated that such traffic controls are part of an “integrated approach to combat undermining criminality and improve general safety in the region.”

In Nessebar, Bulgaria, a 32-year-old driver was detained after testing positive for cocaine while operating a vehicle. A subsequent search of the individual's residence uncovered 5 grams of cocaine and 5 grams of cannabis. Investigations are ongoing following the driver's refusal to provide samples for chemical analysis.

Entities

Ruse · Patrice De Mets · Rivierenland · Geraardsbergen · Burgas Regional Directorate of the Ministry of Interior

Timeline

  1. [CRIME] 2 sources
    Driver detained in Nessebar after positive cocaine test

    A 32-year-old driver was detained in Nessebar, Bulgaria, after testing positive for cocaine; police subsequently seized 10 grams of cocaine and cannabis from his residence.

  2. [CRIME] 2 sources
    Geraardsbergen driver arrested for suspected drug trafficking

    A driver was arrested in Geraardsbergen after a police speed check led to the discovery of cannabis and cocaine.

Sources

burgasmedia.com · novini247.com · nuus.be · rtv.be