The open drug scene in Yverdon-les-Bains has tripled in a short period, causing distress among local business owners. Alexandre Mauri, a shoemaker, highlights the distressing changes in the community, where dealers harass customers, forcing his store to become a makeshift toilet for addicts. Police Commander Marc Dumartheray acknowledges the challenges but claims the police presence has increased significantly. Local officials, including Christian Weiler, suggest that the problem is societal rather than purely local, indicating that more comprehensive solutions beyond increased police presence are necessary.