Investigative Reports: The Agony of Ecstasy [A&E] pre-9/11 Mossad espionage ecstasy trafficking

December 4, 2000

The agony of ecstasy ventures from clandestine manufacturing labs in the Netherlands to the pulsating floors of New York City's hottest clubs, meeting with users, law enforcement professionals and doctors to explore every aspect of the drug. Find out why the international distribution of ecstacy is dominated by Israeli organized crime, and hear why users are drawn to the drug. Behind-the-scenes footage from a U.S. Customs investigation highlights the efforts to halt its spread, while medical experts detail the long-term risks for users.