Stuttgart police bust hidden €100K poker den in overnight raid

A routine office hid a high-stakes secret—until police uncovered stacks of cash and poker chips. Now, players face legal limbo as investigators dig deeper.

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2026 January 28 . 5:08 PM

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"Bad Beat" at Poker Round: Gamblers Caught - Stuttgart police bust hidden €100K poker den in overnight raid

Police in Stuttgart have shut down an illegal poker game operation after an overnight raid. The early-morning action uncovered a hidden gambling den where nearly €100,000 in cash was seized from players. The raid began late on Monday and carried into Tuesday. Officers targeted an office that appeared ordinary from the outside. Instead of paperwork, they found poker chips and gambling equipment. Nineteen people—one woman and 18 men—were taken into provisional custody at the scene. All were later released without charges. German law requires official approval for gambling, and unlicensed poker games can lead to prosecution. Authorities have not named the organiser or provided further details about the operation. The investigation remains ongoing. The raid highlights the risks of unregulated poker in Germany. Over €100,000 was confiscated, and those involved could still face legal consequences. Police continue to monitor illegal poker activities in the region.