In a bizarre twist during a drug raid, Dutch police encountered an unusual find: a garden gnome crafted entirely from nearly 2 kilograms (4 pounds) of MDMA, a popular illegal party drug.
Dutch Police Discover MDMA Garden Gnome During Drug Raid
Dutch Police Discover MDMA Garden Gnome During Drug Raid
Officers stumble upon an unusual drug disguise in a southern Netherlands bust.
The incident took place in the southern part of the Netherlands, where the Dongemond Police conducted a sweeping search for narcotics. The force humorously noted that it was "a strange place to keep your garden gnome," leading them to investigate the suspicious figure further. After testing, the gnome, which had its hands covering its mouth in a depiction of shock, was confirmed to be made of MDMA. Police shared the find on their social media, stating, "Drugs appear in many shapes and sizes, but every now and then we come across special things."
While the exact location of the bust was not disclosed, the Dongemond Police operate in the municipalities of Oosterhout, Geertruidenberg, Drimmelen, and Altena. MDMA, often known as ecstasy, has seen a rise in production within the Netherlands, positioning the country as one of the world's foremost producers since 2019.
This incident is just one of many where authorities have found creative hiding spots for illegal substances. The police drew a parallel to previous cases, including a Scottish man who attempted to smuggle MDMA disguised as cat food, leading to a four-year prison sentence. In another notable case, a Leeds man was apprehended while trying to traffic 90 kilograms (198 pounds) of MDMA concealed within pallets of frozen chicken. The continuous battle against drug trafficking continues to reveal both ingenuity and absurdity in the methods employed by traffickers.
While the exact location of the bust was not disclosed, the Dongemond Police operate in the municipalities of Oosterhout, Geertruidenberg, Drimmelen, and Altena. MDMA, often known as ecstasy, has seen a rise in production within the Netherlands, positioning the country as one of the world's foremost producers since 2019.
This incident is just one of many where authorities have found creative hiding spots for illegal substances. The police drew a parallel to previous cases, including a Scottish man who attempted to smuggle MDMA disguised as cat food, leading to a four-year prison sentence. In another notable case, a Leeds man was apprehended while trying to traffic 90 kilograms (198 pounds) of MDMA concealed within pallets of frozen chicken. The continuous battle against drug trafficking continues to reveal both ingenuity and absurdity in the methods employed by traffickers.
