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Drug trafficking via Snapchat: Bamberg investigates the death of a teen!
A 21-year-old was arrested in Bamberg for allegedly selling drugs to minors, resulting in a death.
Drug trafficking via Snapchat: Bamberg investigates the death of a teen!
In Bamberg, the case of a 21-year-old man who is suspected of selling narcotics to minors has not only caused a stir, but has also highlighted the drug problem among young people. As the Bavaria Police According to reports, the accused was arrested in mid-December and has been in custody ever since. The arrest warrant was issued on December 11th by the district court at the request of the public prosecutor.
What is particularly alarming is the allegation that the man is said to have sold drugs via social media, particularly Snapchat. His clients also included underage buyers who obtained prescription psychotropic drugs such as benzodiazepines and oxycodone. These substances are not only highly addictive, but can also be life-threatening if misused.
Investigations after a tragic incident
Another shocking aspect of this case is the possible connection between the death of a 16-year-old boy in October and the use of the drugs sold to him. The Augsburg press reports that the criminal police have ordered a forensic medical examination to clarify this connection. Parents are advised to take a closer look at the dangers of prescription medications, as there is often a widespread misconception about their harmlessness.
The Federal Ministry of Health’s “BOJE – Benzodiazepine and Opioid Consumption in Adolescents and Young Adults” project addresses precisely this knowledge deficit. An investigator emphasizes the importance of educating people about the risks of using these drugs, especially among adolescents.
The drug culture among young people
It is not new that young people today have an easier time getting their hands on prescription medications, whether through illegal orders on the Internet or by deceiving doctors. The BRnews report a worrying trend: benzodiazepines and opioids are very popular among young people, especially during school years - consumption is widespread from vocational school students to those under 14 years old. In addition, a study from 2022 shows that almost a third of drug-loving party-goers aged 16 to 24 use these drugs.
The influence of pop music, particularly rap and hip-hop, is a major contributor to the spread of this drug culture. The lyrics often glorify the use of benzodiazepines and opioids, which puts additional pressure on young people to turn to these substances. Education and the development of support services are therefore more important than ever.
The drug problem has by no means a local dimension - it affects society as a whole. For the Bad Kissingen district, planning youth addiction counseling and youth drug counseling is the right step in order to offer affected young people and their relatives the necessary support. It is all the more important that parents are sensitized and have active conversations with their children.