Austrian Man Arrested for Alleged Amphetamine Purchase
The Styria State Police Directorate announced the arrest of a 28-year-old man from Fürstenfeld, Styria, for allegedly ordering amphetamine and ecstasy on the darkweb. The investigation began on February 9, 2022, when Customs officers in Vienna intercepted a suspicious package.
The package was allegedly addressed to the suspect. Authorities opened the package and reportedly discovered unspecified quantities of amphetamine and ecstasy.
On March 8, the Fürstenfeld Police Inspectorate executed a search warrant at the suspect’s home. The search resulted in the seizure of 75 LSD tabs, 110 grams of cannabis, six cannabis plants, cannabis oil, and growing equipment.
The 28-year-old “did not confess,” according to the police. He is currently in police custody.