Issue Date: 17th February 2023
Earlier today, Gardaí from the Garda Extradition Unit, Garda National Bureau of Criminal Investigation, surrendered four men to Polish National Police at Baldonnell Aerodrome, Dublin 22.
The four men, all aged in their 40s, had previously been arrested on European Arrest Warrants issued by Polish Authorities.
Speaking today, Detective Superintendent Michael Mullen of the Garda Extradition Unit said,
"This successful operation highlights strong international co-operation between An Garda Síochána and international partners resulting in the removal of fugitives who posed a risk to communities in Ireland’’
"This operation also highlights the continued commitment of domestic stakeholders including the Department of Justice, The Defence Forces and the Irish Prison Service all of whom work in tandem to ensure wanted fugitives are brought to justice."