IPK arrests a police official in Pristina, allegedly attacked his colleague during work hours

A police official, who serves at the South Police Station, the Regional Police Directorate in Pristina, has been arrested during Friday.

According to the Kosovo Police Inspectorate's announcement, the police official allegedly physically attacked his colleague during working hours.

The IPK has also recommended the suspension of this police official.

Kosovo Police Inspectorate's full announcement:

IPK investigators have been reported this afternoon for an incident within the scope of Pristina Police Station “Jug”.

IPK investigators have responded to the call and have begun to take investigative action in connection with this incident, where a police official allegedly physically attacked his colleague during work hours.

Following the initial investigative action company, a police official serving at Pristina Regional Police Station has been arrested.

His arrest has become more suspicious that the same by his actions has committed criminal work “Attack” and the same with the prosecutor's decision has been assigned the detention measure for 48 hours.

Based on IPK legal authorisations and the interest of the IPK investigation, he has also recommended the suspension of this police official.

IPK investigators in continued consultation with the prosecutor responsible are expected to take other investigative actions concerning the occasion to clarify the circumstances of this incident.

The Kosovo Police Inspectorate remains committed to addressing with high seriousness any illegal actions of police officials with the aim of empowering the integrity of the Kosovo Police.