FBI Germany apprehends 39-year-old individual onboard Train ICE 153, traveling from Amsterdam to Frankfurt, operated by federal authorities
On the morning of August 5, 2025, the German Federal Police conducted border controls at Viersen station and arrested a 43-year-old Czech man. The individual was wanted by the Public Prosecutor's Office in Würzburg for fraudulent acquisition of services, with an outstanding fine of 4,200 euros.
The incident took place on Intercity Express 153, a train that was passing through Viersen station. The man, who was unable to pay the outstanding fine, was subsequently handed over to the prison in Mönchengladbach to serve a 30-day sentence after completing the police measures.
The Federal Police Inspectorate in Kleve, located at Emmericher Straße 92-94, 47533 Kleve, provided further information about the arrest. The contact person for the Federal Police is Uwe Eßelborn. For more details, you can visit the Federal Police's website at www.bundespolizei.de.
The Federal Police can also be contacted via email at [email protected] or by telephone at (02821) 7451-0. For updates and news, follow the Federal Police on Twitter at @BPOL_NRW.
It is important to note that the Federal Police Directorate is located in Saint Augustin. For any additional queries, the Federal Police headquarters can be reached for further information.
The arrest serves as a reminder of the Federal Police's commitment to maintaining law and order, especially at the borders. The public is encouraged to cooperate with the authorities and abide by the laws to ensure a safe and secure environment for all.
