Overview

• Hesse's Generalstaatsanwaltschaft reported a total recovery of €91.63 million in 2024 through criminal prosecutions, benefiting the state treasury.
• Tax-related offenses accounted for over €73 million of the recovered funds, underscoring the focus on financial crime enforcement.
• The specialized Eingreifreserve unit, comprising eight prosecutors, is tasked with tackling serious tax and organized crime cases.
• Justice Minister Christian Heinz emphasized the dual purpose of prosecution: punishing offenders and seizing assets gained through criminal activities.
• An upcoming press conference will discuss current crime trends, including cybercrime, organized crime, and domestic violence, as well as challenges in law enforcement.