Opposition protest, Ombudsman: There are reports of police violence!

2026-03-23 09:33:18Aktualitet SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX

Opposition protest, Ombudsman: There are reports of police violence!

The Ombudsman monitored the entire route of the opposition protest held on Sunday in the capital.

The institution's working group visited hospitals and police stations to see and interview detained or injured protesters.

According to preliminary data, at least 12 adults have been detained, while 4 minors were released after questioning.

At the Trauma Hospital, the Ombudsman's team handled the complaint of a protester who reported violence by the police, for which a relevant investigation has been launched.

The detailed report will be published at the conclusion of the administrative investigation.

The Ombudsman takes the opportunity to emphasize that while he encourages only peaceful gatherings, he calls on law enforcement agencies to exercise restraint and professionalism, regardless of the dynamics of the protest.

It also emphasizes the need for transparency on the protocols used by the police for escalating force and the use of crowd dispersal tools such as tear gas or water.


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