The Tirana Police have detained a 15-year-old accused of breaking into a bank’s ATM and attempting to steal money during the protest last Thursday.
“Following intensive investigative and operational actions, carried out with the aim of identifying and bringing to criminal responsibility the perpetrators of unlawful acts during the protests of recent days, specialists of the Sector for the Investigation of Serious Property Crimes detained a 15-year-old. The minor is suspected of being one of the perpetrators of breaking into an ATM on “Luigj Gurakuqi” street, on 15.10.2026, with the aim of theft”, police said.
The authorities added that efforts are underway to identify and detain other persons involved in this case. The procedural materials have been referred to the Prosecutor’s Office for further action.