Authorities seize substantial cash and a vehicle during a traffic stop.
In the heart of Cologne-Kalk, on the "Street of the 17th June", an unexpected event unfolded late on Tuesday, 26th August. A BMW with Polish license plates was secured by police officers following a traffic stop around 21:45.
The two occupants of the vehicle, aged 38 and 44, were under scrutiny from the start. Upon questioning, they claimed to only know the first name of the vehicle's owner. However, their stories about the alleged owner proved to be contradictory, raising further suspicions.
The BMW incident is now at the centre of a potential money laundering investigation. The over 30,000 euros in cash found in the vehicle is under investigation, with the public prosecutor's office conducting a thorough investigation into the suspicion of money laundering.
The investigations have extended beyond the initial traffic control. The men are now under investigation for potential unauthorized use of the BMW and money laundering. Further investigations are being continued at the nearby Kalk police station, with the investigation ongoing.
The public prosecutor's office is delving deeper into the case, examining if this is indeed a case of money laundering. The incident occurred during a general traffic control, but the stakes have risen significantly. The BMW, despite earlier mentions, is now under investigation for potential unauthorized use and money laundering.
As the investigation unfolds, the public will be kept informed of any significant developments. For now, the focus remains on uncovering the truth behind the BMW, the cash, and the men at the centre of the investigation.
