27/07/2023

Man Extradited To Germany To Serve 8 Year Prison Sentence

A man arrested by the PSNI's International Policing Unit in south Belfast on 10 November 2022, on an international arrest warrant has been extradited to Germany.

The man, aged in his 30s, was sought for extradition to serve an eight-year prison sentence for serious sexual offences against children.

The man had been detained in prison here while he awaited extradition.

Sergeant Davey from the International Policing Unit said: "This demonstrates our continued determination and commitment to work with International Law Enforcement partners to track down wanted persons and bring offenders to justice.

"Our message is clear, Northern Ireland is not a safe haven for any wanted persons trying to avoid arrest and the consequences of their crimes.

"We will relentlessly pursue those that are trying to delay or deny justice to victims and ensure that they are returned to be held to account."

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