Large quantities of amphetamine were seized in Tromso

Amphetamine.Photo: Jon Eeg / NTB / SCANPIX

The criminal networks have being investigated in Tromsø after several major drugs worth millions NOK seized in the city during the last weeks.

– Several people are in custody, both Norwegians and foreigners are involved, said Yngve Myrvoll as department leader of the criminal investigation department in Troms Police District to NRK.
He says this is considered as organized crime.
– Eastern Europeans have worked together with Norwegians Courier and dealers, said Myrvoll.
He describes the seizures that have been made in recent months as the largest in North Norway. The biggest was eight kilograms and many in a size of one kilogram.
– Still, some part of this is hidden. It is obvious that when we found a large amount of amphetamine there shall be some users as well, said Myrvoll.

 

Source: NTB scanpix / Norway Today