Brooklyn drug lab discovered in Midwood apartment after fire; 1 person arrested, according to police sources
MIDWOOD, Brooklyn (WABC) — One person was arrested after reports of a building fire in Brooklyn led police to discover a possible drug lab inside an apartment, according to law enforcement sources.
The FDNY responded to 1420 Avenue L in Midwood just before 2 pm for reports of a fire.
Upon arrival, they found what appeared to be bomb-making materials, according to sources.
The FDNY then requested the NYPD, who responded to the scene and evacuated the building.
Police determined those items were not dangerous, but law enforcement sources say a drug lab was found inside the apartment. They say it doesn’t appear any drugs were recovered.
The FDNY was then called back to the scene Wednesday night with several fire trucks and a Hazardous Materials Tactical Unit.
Police sources say propane tanks were placed at the scene.
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