The Prishtina Basic Court’s Special Department recently approved a measure of pre-trial detention, following a formal request submitted by the Special Prosecutor’s Office of the Republic of Kosovo. The ruling, issued on January 3, 2026, was finalized by the preliminary procedural judge, Vesel Ismaili, after reviewing the Special Prosecutor’s detailed request. The detention order applies to nine arrested individuals who are suspected of involvement in various criminal activities, specifically those connected to the oil sector and allegations of money laundering.
The suspects named in the ruling include Faruk Mazrek, Fariz Mazrek, Skender Kelmendi, Nisret Bajraktari, Dashnim Miftari, Adem Morina, Muhamet Mazrek, Naser Morina, and Gazmend Quni. The court acted upon the request to impose pre-trial detention measures against these individuals. The legal action targets activities encompassing organized crime, money laundering, and other related criminal offenses.
The judicial decision underscores the court’s preliminary finding of sufficient grounds to detain the suspects pending further investigation. This development marks a significant judicial step in the ongoing investigation into the alleged illicit activities within the oil sector, as determined by the Special Department.
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