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Bremen in raid fever: drugs, illegal work and numerous closures!
Major raid in Bremer Neustadt: Police check 20 businesses, fight drug trafficking and close several shops.
Bremen in raid fever: drugs, illegal work and numerous closures!
On September 24, 2025, a major raid in Bremen caused a stir. Officers from the Bremen police, together with the public order office, customs and other authorities, examined a total of 20 commercial units, including kiosks, snack bars and barbershops, in several districts such as Bremen-Mitte, Östliche Vorstadt and Neustadt. The declared aim of the campaign was to combat obvious crime and to check commercial businesses for legally compliant practices, reports Oldenburg online newspaper.
The controls were visibly present, especially in hot spots such as the train station district and the Ostertor/Steintorviertel. The campaign not only revealed the everyday challenges that the police have to overcome, but also uncovered some serious grievances. During the checks, significant amounts of drugs - particularly cocaine, ecstasy and cannabis - as well as cash fell into the hands of the investigators, according to the report Bild.de.
Closures and Violations
The closures of four barbershops and a café in Bremen-Mitte were particularly worrying. The police discovered serious deficiencies that pointed to the suspicion of undeclared work, illegal gambling, building law violations and significant cash shortages. The affected stores were sealed and the first criminal charges were filed for violations of the Narcotics Act. Expulsions and entry bans were also issued in order to prevent further crimes.
The raid is part of an ongoing effort by the Bremen police to combat crime in the city and ensure greater security, according to the Police crime statistics 2024 is anchored as an important goal. The cooperation between the various offices and authorities shows that coordination and cooperation are the priority here in order to take decisive action against various types of criminal behavior.
An exemplary approach
The raid showed that the Bremen police are taking a consistent approach to combating drug crime and other illegal activities. This is not only to increase the security of citizens but also to keep in mind the fundamental values of proper business practices. “We will continue to take consistent action against drug trafficking and disorderly conduct,” announced a police spokesman.
In times when we often hear about crime in public, it is reassuring to know that such measures are being taken to improve the quality of life in Bremen. The raid was a successful example of how joint efforts by different authorities can have positive effects.