Vlora prison director sentenced

Egon Velaj, prior to his appointment, was in a criminal process on the part of Vlora's prosecution charged with abuse of office. Earlier he was dismissed by the justice minister for this reason, but then appointed to the helm of prisons. The Vlora Court, which reviewed the file drafted by prosecutor Anton Paul and on October 23rd, has handed the verdict on the sentence of Egon Velaj to 8 months in prison, but also his expulsion for 12 months from every state post.

Sentence has been returned on bail for 12 months. The former director of Aliizni is accused of granting legal permission in opposition to the law. News of his sentence, Egon Velaj learned while at the office as director of Vlora's detention, still following the post. Asked by Top Channel for this decision, the director of custody has given no comment, while the case will appeal.