Meth Labs:
What To Look For In Your Neighborhood

What to look for if you suspect a meth lab in your neighborhood.

• Unusual, strong odors similar to the that of fingernail polish remover or cat urine.

• Renters who pay cash.

• Unexplainable explosions or fires.

• Large amounts of products such as cold medicines, antifreeze, drain cleaner, lantern fuel, coffee filters, batteries, duct tape, clear glass beakers and containers.

• Residences with windows blacked out.

• Lots of nighttime visitors to the residence.

• Abnormal number of visitors who stay 5 or 10 minutes.

• Excessive trash including large amounts of items such as: antifreeze containers, lantern fuel cans, red chemically stained coffee filters, drain cleaner and duct tape.

• Unusual amounts of clear glass containers or propane tanks taken inside.

• Extensive security, like motion sensors, traps, survellience cameras.

  (Sources: Koch Crime Institute & Midwest HIDTA
  Salt Lake City-County Health Dept.)

  If you suspect a meth lab in your neighborhood, contact your local police department.