100 kilos of illegal fireworks were discovered in the house on Houtwolstraat in Mill that the police raided on Monday evening. In addition, several weapons and a large load of drugs were found in the house.
Police raided the house on Monday evening after an anonymous tip. According to the tipster, heavy fireworks and drugs are said to be stored there. The police indeed discovered items in the house that can be used to make heavy fireworks. The 32-year-old resident of the house was arrested.
Ultimately, the police discovered almost 100 kilos of illegal fireworks, they reported on Tuesday. It concerns flash powder from so-called Cobras that was put in shells. These are round explosives that may only be used for professional fireworks shows.
The officers also found a fake pistol, a can of pepper spray and razor-sharp throwing stars. They also came across hundreds of pills, probably ecstasy. And they found small amounts of amphetamine, GHB and soft drugs.
The fireworks were detonated in a special place on Tuesday morning. The seized weapons and drugs will be destroyed after the investigation.
The police and Explosives Investigation Service investigated on Monday evening. The area was cordoned off, but residents did not have to leave their homes: