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Northern Germany Raids Uncover Two Large Synthetic-Drug Labs, Two Men Detained

Pending chemical analyses will determine the substances seized, shaping charging decisions.

Overview

  • Police and prosecutors conducted coordinated searches on Sunday and Monday in Norderstedt, Quickborn, Kummerfeld, Hamburg and Emden.
  • Investigators found two professionally equipped laboratories set up to manufacture synthetic drugs.
  • Large quantities of suspicious substances were seized and removed by specialized transporters, with toxicol­ogists assisting on site.
  • Two suspects aged 32 and 44 were arrested during the raids, and pretrial detention orders were issued.
  • Authorities have not yet specified the exact substances as forensic testing is pending and the investigation remains ongoing.