Man arrested in Kehl over warrant for benefit evasion
He cannot pay the fine and must serve 30 days in custody.
A 40-year-old man was arrested in Kehl after police found an enforceable warrant for alleged benefit evasion, police said.
The arrest happened on 13 November 2026 during a control at the Europabrücke in Kehl. Authorities said there was both a warrant and a sentencing order for “Erschleichens von Leistungen”.
Police reported that the man could not pay the required money fine. As a result, he was sent to a justitution for a 30-day prison term.
The Bundespolizei said the case is being handled by the relevant authorities and the man is currently serving the imposed custodial period.
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Source:
German Police (Presseportal)