German federal police in Trier arrested a 38-year-old Ukrainian national in the city centre on Monday afternoon. Authorities confirmed that an Interpol arrest warrant had been issued for the man.
According to the German police, he had entered Germany unlawfully from Luxembourg by travelling on a coach.
The suspect was detained on suspicion of having committed aggravated bodily harm involving the use of a firearm. German officials stated that he is also subject to extradition proceedings.
Following a hearing before an investigating judge, the man was transferred to a local prison, pending extradition requested by Interpol.
