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Drug raid in Favoriten: Four dealers arrested!
On June 11, 2025, four suspected drug traffickers, including Syrians and Algerians, were arrested in Vienna-Favoriten with cocaine and cannabis.
Drug raid in Favoriten: Four dealers arrested!
Yesterday morning the police in Vienna-Favoriten, more precisely at Keplerplatz, sent a strong message against drug trafficking. The task force to combat street crime (EGS) temporarily arrested four suspected drug dealers. The suspects include two Syrians, a 31-year-old and a 17-year-old, and two Algerians aged 28 and 30. All four were surprised during a search as part of police measures 5min.at reported.
Significant quantities of narcotics were seized during the arrests. In total, the officers found around 4 grams of cocaine and 72 grams of cannabis, as well as cash in denominations typical of the scene. This shows that sales in this area are still strong. The drugs are often part of everyday trafficking and are sold at various locations in Vienna, which is a cause for concern.
The actions of the police
After the arrest, three of the suspects were transferred to a prison, while the 17-year-old was reported to be at large due to his age. The police investigation is still in its early stages, but such operations show once again that the security authorities are vigilant and are taking action against drug trafficking in the city. The situation is further illuminated by reports on the drug situation in Austria, which are prepared annually and conscientiously document developments in the drug environment Federal Ministry of Health.
In recent years, the drug market in Austria has undergone some changes, which is also reflected in current police reports. The 2024 drug report provides insight into the epidemiological situation and is an important tool for evaluating measures to combat the drug problem in society. In particular, the legal framework and political measures to reduce demand play a central role.
The arrest of the four suspected dealers is another step in the right direction. Mayors and a variety of local initiatives are committed to ensuring that drug trafficking and abuse does not become the norm in Vienna. The hope is that such police operations will further increase the pressure on the drug scene in order to ensure the safety and well-being of the Viennese population. The police will not remain idle and will continue to keep their eyes open in order to effectively counteract drug-related crime vienna.at highlights.