NEWS FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
CORRECTION: This release was issued earlier with an error. The DNREC Emergency Response Team handled the hazardous materials and evidence in this case. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Contact: Sgt. Gregory Rhodes, Fish & Wildlife Enforcement, 302-739-9913 or 302-542-6102 or Joanna Wilson, Public Affairs, 302-739-9902
DNREC Enforcement seeks information on meth lab materials found in Sussex wildlife area
BETHEL (Feb. 3, 2011) – DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife Enforcement agents and DNREC Emergency Response Team officers on Jan. 29 responded to a report of suspicious materials found at the Nanticoke Wildlife Area south of Seaford near Bethel.
A Laurel police officer initially identified the materials as part of an illegal methamphetamine lab. Fish and Wildlife Enforcement agents secured the area while officers from the Emergency Response Team collected hazardous materials and evidence.
An investigation is continuing, and citizens are encouraged to report any information they might have by calling 302-739-4580.