Violent protest in front of the City Hall, a 53-year-old man is arrested

A 53-year-old man was detained by the Blues, after he assaulted the police officers, during the protest in front of the Tirana City Hall. “Following the investigative actions carried out in relation to the violent acts during the protest of 19.04.2024, in front of the Tirana Municipality, a 53-year-old citizen, a resident of Tirana, was […]

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