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German authorities seize illegal gambling machines in Delmenhorst and Wald-Michelbach

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Police and other authorities seized illegal gambling machines during checks in Delmenhorst and Wald-Michelbach on 8 and 9 May 2026. In Delmenhorst, officers found a double-digit number of machines and a low five-figure cash sum across eight pubs; in Wald-Michelbach, they removed eight machines from two venues. Investigations are under way, and operators in Wald-Michelbach face fines of several thousand euros over cash-register deficiencies, police said.

Seizures and fines highlight enforcement risks for venues hosting illegal gambling machines.

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German police seize illegal gaming machines in Hildesheim raids

Police in Hildesheim searched more than 20 properties on 29 September 2026 and seized several illegally operated gaming machines, according to a joint statement by prosecutors and police. Authorities are investigating 15 suspects over illegal gambling and alleged drug trading; the evaluation of evidence continues.

Police in Hildesheim searched more than 20 properties on 29 September 2026 and seized several illegally operated gaming machines, according to a joint statement by the public prosecutor's office and police. The operation focused on illegal gambling and on allegations of unauthorised trading in narcotics in not insignificant quantities. Investigators are examining 15 suspects in connection with both matters.

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