Polish CBŚP and FBI arrested ex-NATO official Ralf G. in Świętokrzyskie on U.S. request over corruption allegations.
Ex-NATO Official Arrested
The Central Bureau of Investigation of Police (CBŚP) detained former NATO official Ralf G. in the Świętokrzyskie region. The action was conducted at the request of the District Prosecutor’s Office in Kielcies and on a request from the U.S. side. Ralf G. is a suspect in a criminal case led by Americans involving fraud and active/passive bribery in contracts for NATO and the U.S. government.
U.S. Extradition Process Underway
CBŚP searched buildings and premises used by Ralf G., securing electronic equipment belonging to the man. Polish police operated in cooperation with U.S. services—the FBI and the U.S. Department of Defense’s Defense Criminal Investigative Service. The extradition procedure for Ralf G. to the United States is currently underway. The man holds dual Polish and German citizenship.
Linked to Bahadir H. Case
Recently, Bahadir H., owner of construction companies fulfilling contracts for NATO and the U.S. military, was detained in Lithuania. RMF FM unofficially established that this case is connected to the scandal involving Ralf G. According to investigators, Ralf G. facilitated contacts between Bahadir H. and representatives of the U.S. military and NATO in exchange for cash, trips to Dubai, and arranging a house in Zagnańsk (Świętokrzyskie voivodeship). Ralf G. is also alleged to have lobbied for contracts with Bahadir H.’s firms using forged references. An extradition procedure for Bahadir H. to the U.S. has also been initiated. Both men face up to 20 years in prison.
