Poznań is seeing a troubling trend – homemade drug labs are becoming more common, often operating right in front of young children. In a recent bust, a pair of “chemists” was arrested thanks to a joint operation between Poznań and Lublin police forces. The duo now faces several years behind bars.
The case first came to light through the diligent work of the Drugs Department at the Provincial Police Headquarters in Poznań and their counterparts in Lublin. Both units had received tips about large quantities of drugs flooding the market from the Obornicki district.
After gathering enough evidence, the police sought the assistance of the District Prosecutor’s Office in Szamotuły to kickstart the investigation and approve a raid. With detention and search warrants in hand, the enforcement teams moved in on a single-family house near Ryczywół in the Obornicki district.
What they found was shocking. The home’s kitchen had been transformed into a drug warehouse, complete with semi-finished products, precursors, tools, and devices for drug production. Alarmingly, these activities were carried out in front of young children.
The raid uncovered approximately 9 liters of liquid mephedrone, 2 kilograms of amphetamine, 1.8 kilograms of marijuana, a crystalline substance, and nearly 2 kilograms of other substances still under investigation.
A 29-year-old woman was present at the house and was immediately detained. Her ex-partner was apprehended later that same day at a different location. Both individuals have been charged with possession of large quantities of drugs intended for sale.
The court, heeding the police and prosecutor’s recommendation, has placed the woman in remand custody while the man remains under police supervision. If convicted, they could each face up to 12 years in prison.
This case highlights a disturbing trend in Poznań, where drug production is increasingly moving into residential areas, posing significant risks to children and communities. The police continue to urge the public to report any suspicious activities, emphasizing that community vigilance is crucial in combating this growing problem.
