Happy New Year from Meth Lab Homes
December 31, 2008
Wishing you good health, happiness, peace, and prosperity in 2009.
“After a high point of about 170,000 troops in 2007, there still are 143,000 U.S. military personnel in Iraq.” - Los Angeles Times, “Troop withdrawal plan diverges with Obama’s”. 12/19/08, Read more
Number of meth lab busts in TN may change laws again
December 31, 2008
Meth lab busts in TN are up by 50%, after the three year decrease that came after the Combat Meth Epidemic Act. TN law enforcement say further limits on meth lab precursors are needed. (video)
Cleveland Ohio meth lab bust video warns renters and home buyers
December 6, 2008
A meth lab bust in Cleveland is a warning to anyone thinking of buying or renting a home in Ohio, where there are no meth lab regulations.
Meth Lab Chemicals Cause Pancreatic Cancer In Utah Officer
December 4, 2008
A 46 year old, former narcotics officer from Utah, is undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer. He attributes his cancer to his years of exposure to toxic meth lab chemicals.
A study about the toxic effects of meth lab chemicals on Utah First Responders failed to show a connection between their exposure and their illnesses. However, researchers involved in the meth lab health study admit that the study they conducted study was small.
Read more about the Utah meth lab chemical study by clicking here.
Kalamazoo County, Michigan sets new meth lab bust record in 2008
December 3, 2008
Kalamazoo County, Michigan has set a new meth lab bust record for 2008 with the Thanksgiving eve bust of Robert Evans, the father of a 5 year old daughter, who was living in the home at the time of his arrest. The number of meth lab busts in Kalamazoo County in 2008 has skyrocketed since 2007, when they had 27 busts for meth manufacturing.
TN Meth Lab Task Force says labs up 25% in 2008
December 2, 2008
Meth labs have risen 25% over last year according to Tommy Farmer, director of the Tennessee Meth Lab Task Force. Farmer expects meth lab busts in TN to reach 770 by the end of 2008.
Meth Lab Homes: Pay it Forward this Thanksgiving
November 25, 2008
After nearly 2 years of running this site, I have corresponded with dozens of people, some who have asked for my advice and support, some who have asked me to do research for them, some who have shared their tragic stories with me, and some who just wanted to thank me for the information I provide on Meth Lab Homes. This Thanksgiving, I’m the one whose asking for help. Don’t worry, it won’t cost you a thing!
I firmly believe that we can help others avoid the health, safety, and financial consequences involved in buying a home contaminated by meth by helping them to learn more about meth labs. That being said, I’m asking everyone reading this message to “pay it forward” by telling at least 3 people about meth labs. If you bring up the subject at the Thanksgiving table, you might be able to tell at least 3 people all at one time!!!
Did you know? As it stands now, anyone, anywhere in America, can buy a foreclosed home that is still contaminated with toxic chemicals. Banks do not have to disclose the history of a foreclosed home. They are also not required to decontaminate the home before they sell it. If you’re thinking of buying a foreclosed home, be very, very, very, very careful!
Have a Healthy, Happy, and Safe Thanksgiving!
Police arrest 7 in Memphis TN meth lab bust
November 24, 2008
Police arrested 7 people, 6 men and 1 woman, in Memphis, TN for manufacturing meth. The Sheriff’s department says that meth making is coming back with a vengeance.
Foreclosure lipstick tricks that you should know
November 18, 2008
If you’ve been thinking about buying a foreclosure, be extremely careful. I mean EXTREMELY careful. As banks look for ways to trade homes for cash, they may invest some money to put “lipstick on the pig”.
Severely discounted properties should send up a red flag. Before you sign on the dotted line, ask yourself “Could this home have been a meth lab”? How can you find out? Talk to neighbors, call the health department, and call the Sheriff’s office. But, remember the only way to be absolutely sure that a home is not contaminated is to hire a certified meth lab testing company.
Meth Lab found in nice neighborhood in West Knoxville, TN
November 17, 2008
A neighborhood Watch program is credited with helping police shut down a meth lab last month that was located on 830 Kevin Road, in the Crestwood Hills subdivision off Walker Springs Road in West Knoxville, TN.
According to police, the lab was located in the basement of the home and had been used just a few days prior to the arrest. Police say the lab was used two to three days a week. On the day of the meth lab bust, police found about a gram of meth in the home, along with three Jack Russell terrier dogs. The dogs and the people were decontaminated at the scene. Police commented that it was unusual for them to find a meth lab in the quiet residential neighborhood.