Man wanted by Poland over fraud investigation arrested at Paphos airport
A 53-year-old man sought by Polish authorities over alleged fraud, money laundering and illegal financial trading was arrested at Paphos airport.
Paphos, Cyprus. A 53-year-old man wanted by Polish authorities in connection with a fraud investigation was arrested at Paphos airport, police said on Wednesday. He was detained after arriving in Cyprus on a flight from abroad.
Passport check
During a passport check in the arrivals area, police found that the man was wanted by Polish authorities and had a provisional arrest warrant issued against him.
Allegations and extradition proceedings
Poland is seeking the man in connection with alleged fraud, money laundering and illegal trading in financial instruments between March 2016 and June 2018.
Polish authorities issued an arrest warrant and an Interpol red notice on September 8. The man was taken into custody and is expected to appear before a court for judicial proceedings concerning his extradition to Poland.
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