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Customs: 84 people illegally employed in food company

When companies employ workers, everything from the minimum wage to social insurance should be in order. The reality is often different - as the customs authorities have now discovered once again.

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An officer wears a protective vest with the word "Customs" on the back while on duty. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de
An officer wears a protective vest with the word "Customs" on the back while on duty. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de

Investigations - Customs: 84 people illegally employed in food company

Customs have identified 84 illegally employed workers at a food company in Schleswig-Holstein. The people were staying in Germany illegally or were unable to present a work permit, as reported by customs on Wednesday. The checks at the two company sites in the Kaltenkirchen area (Segeberg district) and Elmshorn (Pinneberg district) were one of the most extensive inspections carried out by the Itzehoe main customs office's illegal employment financial control unit this year.

Around 170 customs officers were involved in the operation on Wednesday night with the support of the federal police and immigration authorities. The operation was preceded by an anonymous tip-off about 30 suspected illegal workers in the company's logistics department. According to the information provided, there were already indications during the examination of business documents. The suspicion of irregularities at subcontractors had increased.

According to the customs authorities, 344 employees from 13 companies were checked during the night. In addition to violations of the right of residence, the minimum wage law and social security obligations, four people were also found to be wanted for arrest.

Statement from customs

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  1. The food company facing accusations of illegal employment is located in the district of Segeberg, specifically near Kaltenkirchen in the state of Schleswig-Holstein, Germany.
  2. Despite the severe penalties for criminality related to employment, the determined efforts of the working force at the food company persisted, even amidst allegations of hiring 84 undocumented or unpermitted workers.
  3. The immigration authorities, in collaboration with the federal police and customs officers, conducted an extensive operation in both the Elmshorn (Pinneberg district) and Kaltenkirchen (Segeberg district) sites of the food company, leading to the uncovering of numerous illegal work practices.
  4. The ongoing investigations into the food company in Germany have revealed violations of minimum wage laws, social security obligations, and residence rights, impacting approximately 344 employees from 13 different companies.
  5. In response to the findings, the German authorities issued warrants for the arrest of four individuals connected to the case, emphasizing the significance of upholding employment regulations and ensuring fair working conditions for all.

Source: www.stern.de

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