The PSNI works with other police forces and agencies to apprehend people abroad with extradition orders
The long arm of the law has caught up with two men. A 32-year old man was today, Friday 30th October, extradited from the Republic of Ireland to Northern Ireland.
He is wanted to stand trial for offences of threats to kill, possessing a bladed article and threatening and abusive behaviour.
He is also to be sentenced in relation of a sexual assault offence. These offences occurred in the Belfast area in 2022 and 2023.
The man was arrested in the Dublin area on 24th August 2026 and today completes his extradition proceedings with his successful return to Northern Ireland. He is expected to appear before Laganside Court later today, Friday 30th October.
A second person, a 27-year old man was yesterday, Thursday 29th October, extradited from Norway to Northern Ireland. He is wanted to stand trial in Northern Ireland for possession of cannabis with intent to supply and cultivation of cannabis.
The offences occurred in the Holywood area in 2024. The man was initially arrested in Aalesund, Norway on 2nd June 2026 and yesterday completed the extradition proceedings with his successful return to Northern Ireland. He is expected to appear before Newtownards Magistrates Court later today, Friday 30th October.
Sergeant Davey from the International Policing Unit said: “Two people will appear before the courts in Northern Ireland today following successful extraditions. PSNI continue to work closely with our law enforcement partners across Europe and will take all measures available to return those who abscond while on bail.”
