Secondary Crime Resulting from Drug Addiction

Through drug use, the user not only endangers themselves and, where applicable, other persons entrusted to them (keyword: custody) or areas of responsibility within a company, but also third parties through sometimes uncontrollable secondary criminal activity. In an intoxicated state, the sense of reality can diminish and the awareness of wrongdoing may be suppressed. Sexual offenses, acts of violence and traffic offenses are often the result, in which innocent third parties may suffer significant harm.

Do not remain inactive, do not look away—drug addicts need help and someone who holds up a mirror to them. The detectives of Aaden Commercial Detective Agency Frankfurt serve as that mirror and are happy to advise you if you require discreet, constructive and unbiased assistance regarding drug-dependent individuals in your company or personal environment: +49 69 1201 8454-0.

Different Types of Drug-Related Crime

Among the various forms of drug-related crime, two types stand out in particular: acquisition crime and offenses committed under the influence of drugs. Acquisition crime includes offenses such as burglary, theft or robbery, which are committed to finance addiction through the sale of stolen goods. In Frankfurt, the number of such offenses increased significantly in 2014.

In contrast, offenses committed under the influence of drugs are not reflected in standard statistics. In addition to the fact that drug use can diminish or even eliminate awareness of wrongdoing, most drugs lead to reckless behavior and poor self-assessment. The threshold for committing crimes as well as for engaging in risky behavior is lowered. Employees and self-employed individuals who are dependent on drugs also tend toward overconfidence, resulting in errors in their work. This becomes particularly critical where their work directly affects the well-being of others: doctors, police officers, judges, construction workers, etc. If you suspect such a situation and require a discreet review, our detectives from Frankfurt are the right contact: +49 69 1201 8454-0.