Dutch Police recently made a unique discovery during a drug bust in southern Netherlands. Among the seized narcotics was a garden gnome made entirely of MDMA, leaving authorities surprised. Dongemond Police found the disguised lawn ornament to be an unusual hiding spot for drugs and decided to test it for narcotics. According to Dongemond Police, drugs can take various forms, and this was indeed a special find.
The Unusual Find
The gnome, weighing 2kg (4lb), is equivalent to around 8,000 ecstasy pills. The gnome, appearing grey and textured like stone, was visibly startled with his hands over his mouth.
International Drug Busts
In a separate incident in Ibiza, Spain, over a million ecstasy pills were seized, marking the largest ecstasy drug bust in Spanish history. The operation was led by suspects from Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands who smuggled drugs using cars with fake undercarriages. The police described the operation as complicated and difficult due to spanning different islands and countries.
Legalisation Discussions
The drug discovery comes amidst discussions on legalising and regulating MDMA in the Netherlands, with growing interest in a harm reduction-led approach.
Conclusion
The discovery of a MDMA gnome in the southern Netherlands sheds light on the creative ways drugs are concealed. International drug busts highlight the complexities of drug smuggling, while discussions on legalisation in the Netherlands continue to evolve.
FAQs
Q: How did the police come across the MDMA gnome?
A: The gnome was discovered during a drug bust in southern Netherlands.
Q: What was the weight of the MDMA gnome?
A: The gnome weighed 2kg (4lb), equivalent to around 8,000 ecstasy pills.
Q: Where was another significant drug bust recently conducted?
A: In Ibiza, Spain, where over a million ecstasy pills were seized.
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