Portable meth lab found in Clinton park

Posted on January 7, 2019
Police car
Clinton Police discovered two bags at Kiwanis Park that contained remains of a portable meth lab. (Facebook/Illinois Department of Transportation)

 

 

By Neil Doyle

CLINTON – Clinton Police have discovered a portable meth lab at a children’s park on the city’s east side.

Police said two bags were found at Kiwanis Park Friday afternoon that contained the remains of what is commonly referred to as a “one pot” or “shake and bake” portable meth lab, according to a statement.

The bags were turned over to the Illinois State Police Meth Response Team and Task Force 6 for further investigation.

Clinton Police Chief Ben Lowers said portable meth labs have increased in popularity and can produce smaller amounts of methamphetamine compared to traditional meth labs. Common materials found in the production of methamphetamine include plastic drink bottles, cold and allergy pills, common household cleaners, ammonia and acetone chemicals.

The investigation is ongoing and no other information is available.

Neil Doyle can be reached at [email protected]

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