Cross-border problem cases: Poland discovered with entry ban!

Cross-border problem cases: Poland discovered with entry ban!

Görlitz (ots)

The federal police checks in Görlitz yesterday had far-reaching consequences. A patrol crew checked a 38-year-old Polish man who could not produce a valid identification document. During the identification process, it came to light that the Görlitz immigration authorities had already revoked his right to enter and reside in Germany. This ban is valid until 2029 and is based on repeated theft offenses. As a result, the man was reported for violating the EU's freedom of movement law and subsequently deported back to Poland.

In another situation in the evening, another Polish national was stopped at the city bridge in Görlitz, who was on the wanted list five times. This 58-year-old was wanted for several offenses, including theft and housebreaking. There were also three arrest warrants against him from public prosecutors in Bielefeld, Stuttgart and Hanover. In March 2023, the Central Immigration Office in Darmstadt also revoked his right of residence. Due to the outstanding arrest warrants, he was taken to a correctional facility.

Urgency of the entry ban practice

These incidents illustrate the urgency and relevance of strict compliance with entry bans in Germany. The Federal Police takes its duty of supervision seriously to ensure public safety and take action against criminal activity. The fact that one of the men arrested has been convicted of multiple illegal acts shows the extent of the problem. Such measures are intended to prevent people with a history of crimes from being able to stay in Germany.

In addition, the repeated entry of convicted criminals raises questions about existing border controls and the efficiency of information within the relevant authorities. It is essential that communication channels between the various offices, such as immigration authorities and public prosecutors, are optimized in order to avoid similar incidents in the future. This could potentially help to increase security for citizens in Germany and better implement the necessary legal framework.

The strict entry regulations are a central component of German asylum and residence legislation, which have been frequently discussed in the past. In recent years there has been an increasing trend aimed at increasing entry controls, particularly in border areas. Consistent action against people who violate the EU's freedom of movement law is considered necessary in order to maintain legal certainty in Germany.

The Federal Police is continuously working to minimize such incidents and has therefore implemented various measures and protocols to specifically combat criminal entry. Yesterday's incidents demonstrate once again how important this monitoring is. The main goal remains to protect the security of the population and the integrity of the German borders.

For more information, see the current reporting on www.presseportal.de.