German Police Raid Dismantles Major Drug Trafficking Operation in Essen

Specialized units executed multiple arrests and seized narcotics and cash in a coordinated operation targeting organized crime in the Ruhrgebiet.

Police in Essen-Frillendorf conducted a high-profile raid on April 14, 2025, targeting a suspected drug trafficking network.
Authorities executed five arrest warrants and multiple search warrants, focusing on several locations across the Ruhr area.
A tactical unit stormed a warehouse in Essen using an armored vehicle, 'Survivor,' to secure access due to potential risks.
Significant quantities of narcotics and cash were seized during the operation, with evidence now under forensic analysis.
The raid is part of an ongoing campaign to dismantle organized crime networks operating across Germany and Europe.