Investigation Update: In cooperation, the Prosecutor's Office in Flensburg and the State Criminal Office in Schleswig-Holstein announce a search operation on a freighter situated in Kiel
German Authorities Investigate Espionage Activities and Potential Threats to Maritime Critical Infrastructure
In a significant development, the Public Prosecutor's Office in Flensburg has initiated an ongoing investigation into suspicions of espionage activities that potentially pose threats to Germany's maritime critical infrastructure.
The investigation, which is being closely monitored by the Public Prosecutor's Office, involves potential threats to the nation's maritime security and the prevention of such threats. The Public Prosecutor's Office in Flensburg is in control of press releases regarding the investigation and has requested that no further details be released due to the sensitivity of the ongoing investigations.
On Sunday, September 7, 2025, the Schleswig-Holstein State Police and the Lower Saxony Police jointly searched a freighter in the Kiel-Holtenau lock, located in Kiel, Germany. The search was conducted due to suspicions of espionage activities.
The Public Prosecutor's Office in Flensburg has also disclosed that the investigation was initiated due to suspicion of espionage for sabotage purposes. However, the name of the suspect sought in the investigation has not been disclosed in the available information.
Inquiries regarding the investigation should be directed to Senior Public Prosecutor Petersen-Throe at the Public Prosecutor's Office at the Regional Court of Flensburg. Senior Public Prosecutor Petersen-Throe's phone number is 0461 89345.
The ongoing investigation is still being handled by the Public Prosecutor's Office in Flensburg. The Public Prosecutor's Office at the Regional Court of Flensburg has urged the public to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
As the investigation continues, more details are expected to be revealed. However, for now, the Public Prosecutor's Office in Flensburg is urging the public to trust in their efforts to maintain the security and integrity of Germany's maritime critical infrastructure.
