Overview

• Around 300 police officers conducted simultaneous raids on nine restaurants in a Pinneberg shopping center, focusing on illegal gambling activities.
• Authorities confirmed the presence of unlicensed gaming machines, which were seized during the operation.
• Search warrants were also executed at residential apartments in Pinneberg and Hamburg, as well as a site in Hesse.
• The targeted venues included cafes, bars, and cultural associations within the shopping center.
• The operation remains ongoing into the evening, with investigators continuing to process evidence and conduct further searches.