A Somali-born Dutch national has been arrested at Frankfurt Airport after stepping off a plane, wanted in the UK for repeatedly raping his teenage stepsister.
26-Year-Old Suspect Caught After Long-Haul Flight
The 26-year-old was arrested on an international warrant issued by the UK since December 2023. German federal police confirmed the arrest, stating:
“Based on a search notice, officers of the Federal Police arrested a 26-year-old Dutch citizen at Frankfurt am Main Airport.” “He is accused of having repeatedly raped his 13-year-old stepsister in 2020.”
The alleged offences took place while the man was living in the UK. He landed in Germany on a flight from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, when police swooped.
Custody and Extradition Battle Loom
After his arrest, the suspect was brought before a Frankfurt custody judge. His name has not been released. He remains in custody while investigations proceed.
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Because he can fight extradition, his transfer to UK authorities could take anywhere from 10 to 60 days, delaying justice for the victim.
