05/12/2025
Man Wanted In Lithuania For Child Human Trafficking Extradited
A man wanted in Lithuania to stand trial for multiple human trafficking offences involving children has been successfully extradited from Northern Ireland by the PSNI's International Policing Unit.
The 25-year-old male is accused of committing the offences in Taurage County, Lithuania in July 2020. He was initially arrested in Templepatrick on 2nd June, 2024, and the formal extradition process was completed today, securing his transfer back to Lithuania.
Detective Inspector Lennon, of the PSNI's International Policing Unit, commented on the operation: "We continue to work with closely with the National Crime Agency and our European Partners to locate, arrest and extradite those wanted in other countries. The Police Service of Northern Ireland is committed to locating fugitives and today's extradition delivers on our assurance of the relentless pursuit of perpetrators and supporting victims."
The Detective Inspector sent a clear warning regarding the pursuit of justice: "Our message is clear that Northern Ireland is not a safe haven for anyone trying to avoid arrest or the consequences of their actions. We will continue to pursue anyone trying to delay or deny justice to victims of crime."
The 25-year-old male is accused of committing the offences in Taurage County, Lithuania in July 2020. He was initially arrested in Templepatrick on 2nd June, 2024, and the formal extradition process was completed today, securing his transfer back to Lithuania.
The Detective Inspector sent a clear warning regarding the pursuit of justice: "Our message is clear that Northern Ireland is not a safe haven for anyone trying to avoid arrest or the consequences of their actions. We will continue to pursue anyone trying to delay or deny justice to victims of crime."
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There's to be a Euopean celebration in Belfast next week. The city will join Lithuanian officials to mark a special European allocade. Lord Mayor, Councillor Tom Hartley will be at a special concert and reception organised by the Lithuanian Embassy to mark the country's capital Vilnius becoming European Capital of Culture 2009.
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