Drug trafficking in Burgas: Men detained with methamphetamine and precursors

BURGAS – Yesterday afternoon, during a routine check of a parking lot in Burgas, officers from the Fourth Regional Police Department uncovered a serious case of drug distribution and production. The operation took place around 3:20 PM in the parking lot of a large construction materials store on "Zahari Stoyanov" Blvd., where a police team stopped a Toyota Prius car for inspection.

Details of the Detainees

Three men were traveling in the vehicle. The driver is a 24-year-old resident of Burgas. However, special attention was drawn to his two companions, who turned out to have extensive criminal records. One is a 21-year-old man from Stara Zagora, and the other is a 35-year-old man from Vidin. At the sight of the police officers, the tension in the car was palpable, and the passengers_q_ behavior aroused further suspicion.

During the subsequent thorough inspection of the vehicle, the uniformed officers found and seized a significant quantity of narcotic substances.

Findings During the Check

• Two cups with a white crystalline substance, identified as 75 grams of methamphetamine, were found.
• An electronic scale, often used for portioning drugs, was discovered.
• Precursors for the production of methamphetamine were found in a backpack.

This finding suggests that the detainees were not only distributors but were likely also part of a chain for the production of the synthetic drug. The two passengers, who had previous convictions, were immediately detained for up to 24 hours. A fast-track proceeding has been initiated against them. The case highlights the ongoing efforts of the Burgas police in the fight against drug crime and the importance of routine checks, which often lead to the detection of serious criminal offenses. The investigation continues under the supervision of the prosecution.