If you suspect a drug or methamphetamine lab in your area please contact your local law enforcement agency or the Indiana State Police Methamphetamine Hotline at

1-800-453-4756

Many people may be unaware that they're living near a meth lab. Here are some things to look for:

• Unusual, strong odors (like cat urine, ether, ammonia, acetone or other chemicals).
• Residences with windows blacked out.
• Renters who pay their landlords in cash. (Most drug dealers trade exclusively in cash.)
• Lots of traffic - people coming and going at unusual times. There may be little traffic during the day, but at night the activity increases dramatically.
• Excessive trash including large amounts of items such as: antifreeze containers, lantern fuel cans, red chemically strained coffee filters, drain cleaners and duct tape.
• Unusual amounts of clear glass containers being brought into the home.

Please use caution around meth labs as the mixture of chemicals can cause large explosions!