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Drug raid in Ottakring: Police stop drug trafficking!
On September 3, 2025, three men were observed dealing drugs in the Ottakring district of Vienna. Two suspects were arrested.
Drug raid in Ottakring: Police stop drug trafficking!
What's happening in Ottakring? On September 3, 2025, the Vienna police became aware of a high-profile drug trafficking operation. In the 16th district, specifically on Ottakringer Strasse, officers observed three men who were apparently doing business in the drug trade.
The two 50-year-old suspects from Gambia and Senegal were caught exchanging items and cash. A large amount of marijuana, cocaine and cash in the three-digit euro range were seized from them, which prompted the police to immediately arrest the men. Another person involved in the crime, a 32-year-old Austrian citizen, only had a cannabis cigarette with him. He was taken to the police station and reported.
Arrests bring a breath of fresh air into the drug war
The arrest of the three men is part of the Vienna police's ongoing efforts to combat drug-related crime. The police were able to record another success recently: a total of over 56 kilograms of marijuana and almost 1.2 kilograms of cocaine were confiscated on July 15th and 16th this year. Several men were arrested during these operations, including a 28-year-old and a 32-year-old, who were also caught red-handed in the act. During these arrests, a significant amount of cash amounting to 32,395 euros was also seized.
All those affected have been taken to the prison, but with the last arrests on September 3rd, the two 50-year-olds now have to face charges when they are released, a decision that was made on the orders of the Vienna public prosecutor's office.
Drug situation in Austria under the microscope
The incidents surrounding drug trafficking are in a larger context. The “Report on the drug situation in Austria” is produced annually, which provides valuable data on the epidemiological situation. These reports, commissioned by the European Monitoring Center for Drugs and Drug Addiction and the Ministry of Health, shed light not only on the spread of illegal drugs, but also on the legal framework and measures to combat the drug problem.
Developments in the drug market and drug offenses are of increasing interest to both authorities and the public. The report was last updated on January 29, 2024 and provides a comprehensive look at the situation in previous years.
Vienna is faced with the challenge of combating drug trafficking, and the courage of the police as well as continuous work on prevention and education are essential. The topic of drugs remains highly topical and shows that there is still a lot to be done.
For further information about the drug situation in Austria, those interested can view the reports online, including on the website Ministry of Health.
A look at recent events shows that the police in Vienna are active wherever there is a fire - and that's a good thing.