Hamburg

A worker fell about three meters into a cargo hold on a container ship in the port of Hamburg on the evening. He suffered a broken arm and a head wound.

April 19, 2026 Reported by AI

The full closure of the A7 motorway and Elbtunnel in Hamburg has been lifted earlier than planned. The Autobahngesellschaft announced this on Sunday evening. Only the on- and off-ramp at Hamburg-Bahrenfeld northbound remains closed until 5am Monday.

In Hamburg, waste management collected around three tons less trash during New Year's Eve night and morning than the previous year. About 80 employees gathered 16 tons of waste at busy spots, including glass shards, bottles, and packaging. A spokesperson attributes this to wet cold weather and increased environmental awareness.

December 13, 2025 Reported by AI

Thomas Hirschbiegel, the legendary police reporter from Hamburg, entered retirement at the end of November. After nearly half a century at the Mopo, he photographed hundreds of crime scenes and was often the first on site. Now, he reflects on his intense experiences in his apartment.

An S-Bahn train carrying 235 passengers collided with a car on the tracks in Hamburg. No one was injured, but the line was blocked for hours. The exact cause remains unclear.

November 24, 2025 Reported by AI

On Monday evening, police, customs, and district offices searched several shisha bars across Hamburg's city area. The raid targeted illegal gambling, tobacco products, weapons, and drugs. Around 200 officers were involved.