What does the theft status on an INTERPOL travel document inquiry indicate?

The theft status on an INTERPOL travel document inquiry indicates the reason why the document is in the INTERPOL database. This status helps authorities understand the circumstances surrounding the document’s listing, such as whether it was reported stolen or lost. By categorizing the document in this way, INTERPOL facilitates the identification of potentially fraudulent or invalid travel documents, ensuring that law enforcement and border control agencies can effectively manage risks related to document theft and misuse.

Other options might relate to aspects of the document's tracking or background information, but they do not capture the specific purpose of the theft status. Knowing who reported the document stolen or the issuing authority provides context but does not serve the primary function of the theft status, which is to clarify why the document is flagged within the database.