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Prosecutors Confirm Strafbefehl Against Dortmund’s Karim Adeyemi Over Illegal Weapons Possession

The finalized order carries a €450,000 income-based fine and a register entry without prior‑conviction status under German law.

Overview

  • Authorities confirmed a penal order against the 23-year-old after police attributed a prohibited brass knuckle and a Taser to him.
  • The Amtsgericht in Wetter issued the Strafbefehl, which became final on October 30, according to Oberstaatsanwalt Michael Burggräf.
  • Borussia Dortmund said it treats criminal allegations seriously and will address the matter internally while observing confidentiality.
  • Adeyemi has not commented; his lawyer referenced a TikTok “mystery box” in connection with the items without providing details.
  • WDR reports the case could be discussed at today’s DFB press conference, as separate media note ongoing contract talks and reported interest from Manchester United and Arsenal.