Germany Arrests Two Suspected Russian Spies Over Sabotage Plot
The Federal Prosecutor's Office has arrested two German-Russian nationals, Dieter S. and Alexander the Great, on April 17, 2024. They are suspected of working for a foreign intelligence service in a serious case. Both will be presented to the investigating judge of the Federal Court of Justice, with Dieter S. on April 17 and Alexander the Great on April 18.
Dieter S. is accused of fighting in Eastern Ukraine between 2014 and 2016 as a fighter for the 'People's Republic of Donetsk' (DPR). He is suspected of conspiring to cause explosions and arson, espionage for sabotage purposes, and creating security-threatening images of military facilities. Since October 2023, he discussed potential sabotage actions in Germany with a person linked to a Russian intelligence agency. Dieter S. scouted targets, taking photos and videos of military transports and equipment, and gathered information about potential targets, including US armed forces facilities, which he transmitted to his contact.
Alexander the Great, who was arrested alongside Dieter S., is suspected of being involved in these activities. However, details about his specific role in the case are not yet available.
Dieter S. and Alexander the Great are suspected of serious crimes involving espionage and sabotage. They have been arrested and will face the investigating judge. The Federal Prosecutor's Office continues to investigate the case, and further details may emerge in the coming days.
