Police have arrested 9 people and criminally charged 2 others, while 20 citizens have been declared wanted following clashes during the 24 October 2026 protest.
Police statement:
Nine citizens were arrested, 2 were criminally charged and 20 citizens were declared wanted for resisting and attacking Police officers with hard objects and pyrotechnic materials, and for damaging state institution buildings during yesterday’s protest.
Following investigative and procedural actions carried out under the direction of the Prosecutor’s Office in connection with yesterday’s protest:
– The following citizens were arrested: A. K., 27; P. L., 45; E. B., 21; Sh. M., 19; O. C., 19; Z. M., 25; S. H., 20; M. L., 23 (German citizen); and K. M., 20;
– 2 citizens were criminally charged and 20 citizens were declared wanted.
Additionally, citizen E. D., 20, was arrested. He had violated the security measure “House arrest” imposed for the criminal offence of “Theft”, and is suspected of being involved in unlawful acts during the protest of 24.10.2026.
During a search of the residence of citizen K. M., 20, Police services found a quantity of suspected narcotic substance Cannabis Sativa, which was seized as material evidence.
Police continue investigative actions under the direction of the Prosecutor’s Office to fully document unlawful acts during protests, identify other citizens involved, and hold them legally accountable.