Cologne’s Federal Police Return Under Udo Peltzer’s Final Command Before Retirement

A 42-year career ends as Peltzer hands over the reins, leaving behind a transformed Cologne hub. What’s next for the force under new leadership?

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2025 November 9 . 5:14 PM

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In front of the picture, we see a white car on which "Police" is written. Behind that, there are... — In front of the picture, we see a white car on which "Police" is written. Behind that, there are many cars moving on the road. On either side of the road, we see grass and trees. This picture is clicked outside the city.

Cologne’s Federal Police Return Under Udo Peltzer’s Final Command Before Retirement

After extensive planning and renovation, the Federal Police have returned to the Cologne Central Station under the leadership of Udo Peltzer. This marks the end of an era for Peltzer, who will retire later this month.

Peltzer, who has served in the Federal Police for over four decades, has led the Federal Police Inspectorate Cologne for many years. The unit, which he will soon depart, employs around 400 personnel and oversees an expansive area of approximately 8,000 km².

Following his retirement, Frank Loskill will take over as the new head of the Federal Police Directorate in Sankt Augustin, succeeding Peltzer.

Udo Peltzer's return of the Federal Police to Cologne Central Station and his impending retirement after 42 years of service highlight his significant contributions to the force. His successor, Frank Loskill, will now lead the Federal Police Directorate in Sankt Augustin.