Police Crack Down on Drug Trafficking Across Germany

Major investigations in Dresden, Karlsruhe, and Berlin reveal extensive drug operations, leading to arrests, seizures, and new measures to combat smuggling.

In Dresden, a search of a suspected 'bunker apartment' uncovered weapons, drugs, and stolen goods, leading to the arrest of a 25-year-old man accused of trafficking and possessing illicit materials.
Authorities in Karlsruhe dismantled a drug-dealing network, arresting eight suspects and confiscating large quantities of marijuana, cocaine, LSD, and firearms after months of surveillance.
Berlin prisons reported a rise in drug smuggling, with over eight kilograms of narcotics discovered in 2024, prompting the launch of a new drug-sniffing dog unit to enhance detection efforts.
Synthetic cannabinoids, such as Spice, are increasingly prevalent in Berlin's prisons, contributing to heightened security concerns and stricter enforcement measures.
The use of advanced detection tools and interagency collaboration is being expanded to address the growing drug trade in both public and correctional facilities.