Federal law enforcement uncovers comprehensive counterfeiting operation - Iraqi woman allegedly using forged identification apprehended at Cologne/Bonn airport by German police.

In a routine check at Airport Cologne/Bonn, managed by the Federal Police Directorate Sankt Augustin, a 34-year-old Iraqi national was arrested on September 1. The individual, who presented a Swedish ID card during the arrest, was suspected of illegal residence, document forgery, and obtaining false official identification.

Upon further investigation, it was discovered that the presented ID card was a forgery, as confirmed by federal police document examiners. The woman, who made a request for protection during the interrogation, could not provide any other documents to prove legal entry or stay in the federal territory.

The confiscated items included the forged ID card and her mobile phone. An Arabic-speaking interpreter was used during the interrogation. The woman was taken to the police station for questioning.

The Federal Police have initiated a criminal investigation, focusing on illegal residence, document forgery, and obtaining false official identification. The incident highlights the importance of the controls conducted by the Federal Police Directorate Sankt Augustin at German airports.

After completing police procedures, the woman was released with a referral to the initial reception facility in Bochum. For further inquiries, the contact details are provided below:

Mathias Kaempfer (Press Office), +49 (0) 2203 95 22-1041
[email protected]
@BPOL NRW on Twitter
www.bundespolizei.de

It is important to note that the woman's name or further personal details have not been disclosed in the search results. The arrest prevented an instance of illegal entry, underscoring the diligence of the Federal Police in maintaining the integrity of Germany's borders.

Further information can be found on the Federal Police Directorate Sankt Augustin's website or under the contact address mentioned above. The arrest was a reminder of the ongoing efforts to combat illegal immigration and document forgery in Germany.