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Munich Police Search Neuhausen Pharmacy, Probe Worker Over Alleged Illegal Sales of Prescription-Only Drugs

Kommissariat 84 seized cash-register data during the August 13 search to support the investigation.

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Overview

  • Police say a 59-year-old employee is suspected of selling prescription-only medications such as Tavor and Pregabalin without valid prescriptions and of supplying a regular customer base.
  • A tip received in early August prompted the inquiry, and the Amtsgericht München authorized a search of the pharmacy’s business premises on August 13.
  • Investigators secured records from the pharmacy’s cash-register system for use in the case.
  • Proceedings for alleged violations of the Arzneimittelgesetz have been opened, and the suspect was released after completion of police measures.
  • Authorities have not disclosed the pharmacy’s identity, and the investigation remains active.