Police Crack Down on Rival Gangs in Stuttgart with Arrests and Raids

Two suspects have been detained, and weapons, drugs, and other illegal items were seized during raids targeting violent gang activity in the Stuttgart area.

• Authorities arrested two men linked to rival gangs involved in a violent feud in the Stuttgart region since 2022.
• Raids on multiple Göppingen locations uncovered illegal weapons, drugs, forged documents, and other contraband.
• One suspect, 24, is accused of robbery and drug trafficking, while the other, 30, faces charges related to illegal firearm possession.
• The gang conflict has previously escalated to severe violence, including a 2023 hand grenade attack injuring 15 people.
• Officials describe the feud as driven by territorial disputes and a 'crime as lifestyle' mentality, with over 500 individuals reportedly linked to the groups.

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