Paulin Filopati, 65 years old, was the victim of a car accident that occurred on the Thumanë-Fushë Krujë road today.
The victim turns out to be one of the well-known names in traditional music from the Mirdita area.
Filopati was one of the artists of the Men's Group of the Mirdita Ensemble, as well as part of the Kthella Group.
He was one of the three Filopati brothers, along with Gjovalini and Pashku, who have become known for their contribution to the musical and folkloric heritage of the area.
His passing has touched his family, friends and the entire artistic community. Through his activity over the years, Filopati made a valuable contribution to keeping alive and transmitting the traditions and folk songs of Mirditore.
The accident occurred today at around 2:00 p.m. The perpetrator of the serious incident is a 19-year-old with the initials FB, who was immediately arrested.
"Around 14:10, on the "Fushë-Krujë-Thumanë" road axis, the vehicle driven by citizen FB, about 19 years old, hit the pedestrian, citizen PF, about 65 years old, who died as a result.
The driver of the vehicle was escorted to the police station for further procedural actions.
"The investigation team continues to work to clarify the circumstances of the accident ," the police announced.