Police in Neamț carried out four searches following illegal extraction activities in a protected area around water sources

Police officers in Neamț County carried out four searches on Tuesday and executed two summons warrants in a case concerning the illegal extraction of mineral aggregates. The investigation targets activities carried out in an area administered by a wholly state-owned company, designated as a sanitary protection zone for water sources and hydraulic structures.

According to the Neamț County Police Inspectorate, the extraction of mineral aggregates is strictly prohibited in this area. Police are investigating the offenses of carrying out mining activities without a permit or license and extracting mineral aggregates in sanitary protection zones around water sources.

During the searches, topographic measurements were conducted to determine the affected area and the volume of aggregates extracted. Investigators also seized documents of evidentiary value and mobile phones.

The investigation is continuing under the supervision of the Prosecutor’s Office attached to the Târgu-Neamț District Court. The measurement results and seized documents are expected to clarify the extent of the mining activities and the responsibilities of the individuals involved.