Authorities in Spain have dismantled an unauthorized spiritual retreat that was clandestinely offering illegal substances, including frog venom and hallucinogens, under the guise of traditional healing rituals. The operation, led by local police forces, uncovered a network that targeted vulnerable individuals seeking alternative therapy through psychedelic experiences. These substances, often associated with intense psychoactive effects, were marketed as means to achieve spiritual enlightenment, despite the high risks involved. Investigators revealed that workshops involved the administration of bufo toad toxin, known for its potent psychoactive compound 5-MeO-DMT, alongside other unregulated hallucinogenic drugs.

The police emphasized that the retreat operated without any medical supervision or…