Raid in Kerpen: Huge drug laboratory with millions of gain revealed!

Raid in Kerpen: Huge drug laboratory with millions of gain revealed!

Weeke's investigative work led to an unprecedented drug discovery in Kerpen. On June 4, 2025, the Customs investigation on behalf of the Cologne public prosecutor uncovered a massive amphetamine laboratory that extended over around 1,500 square meters. This high -professional laboratory was housed in an old agricultural estate and was even in operation during access. The investigation had its beginning in April 2025, when indications of illegal production and trade in narcotics received a little amount. A total of 24 people were temporarily arrested, including six in the laboratory.

The balance of raids are impressive: about 30 liters of amphetamine base and 60 liters of amphetamine raw base were ensured, plus 40 tons of waste products that were created as by -products of drug production. In addition, six firearms - including a weapon of war - and almost 30,000 euros in cash were found. Various luxury watches and other evidence also went online. An active reactor in the laboratory had a volume of 2,300 liters, which enabled a high production capacity and thus also underpinned the assumption that the drug values ​​were in the millions. An estimate suggests that the waste products up to a ton of amphetamine base could have been obtained.

International dimension of the investigation

The dimension of the drug laboratory case also gives an idea of ​​international headlines. Various international law enforcement authorities are involved in the current investigations. In cooperation with the Cologne public prosecutor's office, the Zoll investigator office continues to pursue the matter to unmask further masterminds behind the drug empire. A report by Stern.de speaks of already issued arrest warrants against four suspects who are now in custody. Undetent determination in this context: The dangerous chemicals were partly stored outdoors, which is a considerable risk of the environment.

The searches were not limited to Kerpen alone; Hand was also created in Elsdorf, Euskirchen and Hückelhoven. A large number of evidence was ensured in Hückelhoven. It is clear to the investigators: the measures due to the enormous size of the drug laboratory are far from complete, and the dangers from the chemicals must be taken seriously. In view of this situation, it remains to be seen which further knowledge and arrests will follow.

drug laboratories in focus

A look at the incidents in connection with drug laboratories reveals that this is not the first big case. Numerous similar actions have already been carried out last year. For example, build-up investigations into a German-Dutch group of perpetrators took place, in which large amounts of chemicals and evidence were ensured. The evaluation of these results could also be useful to the investigative authorities in Kerpen.

Overall, it can be seen that the fight against drug production and trading continues to be a central challenge for the security authorities. The extent of drug production in North Rhine-Westphalia throws a light on the professionalism of the perpetrators and the urgency of further measures. The drug trafficking that flourishes here not only has local but also international dimensions and requires increased cooperation between the countries. Whether the flown structures are a sign of further investigations will be shown in the coming weeks.

We will remain excited about the upcoming developments. The situation in Kerpen once again shows how crucial quick investigations and international cooperation are to combat drug trafficking. We keep you up to date!

stern.de emphasizes the international dimension of the investigation.

Zoll.de provides an insight into the structured investigation against drug laboratory operators in Germany.