Germany reports 'shock' rise in drug deaths among under-30s Helen Whittle © 2026 Deutsche Welle

Germany reports 'shock' rise in drug deaths among under-30s Helen Whittle 07/08/2026July 8, 2026 The number of drug-related deaths remains at a record high in Germany. And the victims are getting younger and younger. Many deaths are related to new and increasingly dangerous substances such as synthetic opioids. https://www.dw.com/en/germany-illegal-drugs-deaths-young-victims-addiction-heroin-cocaine-synthetic-opioids/a-77877173 © 2026 Deutsche Welle