Raids across Germany and Europe target Hells Angels and money‑laundering network
Coordinated searches early this morning involved over 1,000 officers, 140 properties and are led by Duisburg prosecutors.
More than 1,000 police officers early this morning launched a coordinated series of searches across Germany and several other European countries targeting an international money‑laundering network and members of the Hells Angels motorcycle group.
Police in Duisburg said authorities expect to carry out multiple arrest warrants as part of the operation. A police spokesperson described the action as aimed at an international ring of money launderers and a criminal organisation identified as Hells Angels.
Scale and locations of the operation
According to investigators, searches are being conducted at a total of 140 properties. Special units were seen carrying out a major raid at the address of an influential Hells Angels member in Duisburg.
Law enforcement agencies reported that searches and related measures are under way in several German federal states and in other European countries. The operation is being directed by prosecutors from Duisburg.
Authorities did not immediately release the names of individuals targeted or further operational details while actions and arrests are ongoing. Officials said the cross‑border character of the investigation reflects concerns about a coordinated money‑laundering structure operating across national boundaries.
Photo: press material from the event
