Leerdam – On Friday, April 5, a man was arrested in his home on Nieuwstraat in Leerdam. He is suspected of trafficking in hard drugs.
Following several anonymous reports, an investigation was started at the house on Nieuwstraat. This led to the arrest of the resident on Friday afternoon, April 5. The house was also searched. In addition to the hard drugs, officers also found packaging material and objects for using drugs in the home. All this has been seized.
Act together against drug trafficking
Residents can suffer greatly from drug use and drug dealing. The trade takes place in the illegal circuit and violence is often not avoided. Innocent bystanders can also become victims of this violence.
Criminals who become rich through drug trafficking often feel untouchable. But they aren’t. Government partners such as the police, the municipality, the Public Prosecution Service, housing and the Tax Authorities are starting more and more investigations to tackle this serious, debilitating crime. With these actions, the government is jointly tackling undermining, breaking up criminal networks and reducing the production of hemp and synthetic drugs. The police, municipality, Public Prosecution Service and other partners continue to investigate and carry out interventions.
Report drug nuisance
The municipality and the police carry out extra checks on drug nuisance and can use the help of residents. Do you experience drug nuisance and/or do you suspect drug trafficking? Please contact the police on telephone number 0900-8844 or via your local police officer. Would you rather remain anonymous? Please contact Meld Misdaad Anoniem via telephone number 0800-7000.
Information source: Politie.nl
