Poland’s police work successfully against illegal sale of steroids

A criminal group that manufactured and sold anabolic steroids was busted by Poland’s police officers. Over 90 policemen and border police were involved in the investigation linked with this illicit steroid ring. Customers were mainly from North America. Police officers detained 19 persons: 6 women and 13 men. They were charged with illegal manufacture and sale of steroids and money laundering.
Investigators determined that the drug ring was dealing with steroids since March 2008. The company advertised steroids for increase of muscle mass and health in general. The preparations were offered for sale per internet. Persons from the USA, Canada, France, Belgium, etc. placed orders and obtained illegal medications.  Steroids were packed in fake packages and delivered to customers. There was a member of the group that was responsible for getting money and transferring it to members of the drug ring.
Homes and business offices of the drug ring were raided. Police officers found large quantities of steroids and packages that were prepared to be shipped abroad. Some vehicles, including BMW X6, Mercedes S500 and Jeep Grand, watches, jewelry and other things were confiscated. The total value of confiscated objects and money was estimated. It was circa 1 million Polish zlotys.
 It was determined by investigators that 3 persons composed the leadership of the drug ring. They face 15 years in prison.
This investigation conducted by Polish police officers turned out to be successful. It was not the first successful steroid investigation in Poland. Last year Poland’s police busted another illicit steroid ring. 7 individuals were detained. Approximately 80 police officers participated in that investigation. Police officers also identified medicines that were sold by that group.