ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO – A meth lab explosion occurred in the Northeast Heights of Albuquerque on Friday night, resulting in significant damage to the property and injuries to two individuals.
According to the Albuquerque Police Department, the explosion happened at a residence on the 1900 block of Quail Run Drive NE. The force of the explosion was so powerful that it shattered windows and caused structural damage to the house. The police received multiple calls reporting the explosion and smoke emanating from the residence.
Emergency services immediately responded to the scene and transported two individuals, a man and a woman, to a nearby hospital with severe burn injuries. The police also found several chemicals and equipment used to manufacture methamphetamine at the scene, indicating that the explosion was caused by a meth lab accident.
The police have initiated an investigation into the incident and are attempting to determine the identity of the individuals involved in the manufacturing of methamphetamine. The police have also cautioned the public to be aware of the potential dangers of meth labs and report any suspicious activity in their neighborhood.
This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of methamphetamine production and the risks involved in manufacturing the drug in a residential area. The police urge individuals who suspect any illegal drug activity to report it to the authorities immediately to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.