14-year-old arrested in Tirana, suspected of committing 150 thefts

2026-02-05 14:27:18Aktualitet SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX

14-year-old arrested in Tirana, suspected of committing 150 thefts

Tirana police have cracked down on a case of organized theft, arresting a 14-year-old.

Two citizens suspected of several theft cases were also arrested, while investigations have revealed that the minor is suspected of being involved in a very high number of thefts in recent years.

Police announcement:

The services of the Police Commissariat No. 4, in continuation of the investigative and operational work, with the objectives of preventing thefts and uncovering those committed, finalized the police operation codenamed "Popular", within the framework of which citizens AD, 48 years old and AH, 41 years old, as well as a 14-year-old who is suspected of having committed 4 thefts, during the month of February, 2026, were arrested.

Investigations suspect that the 2 citizens pushed the minor to steal a motorcycle on "Kongresi i Manastirit" street, which the 41-year-old had stolen.

During a search of a garage owned by citizen A. H, 2 motorcycles and motorcycle parts were found and seized.

The minor is suspected of having committed around 150 thefts over the last 2 years.

Work is underway to uncover other thefts that these citizens may have committed.

The procedural materials were referred to the Tirana Prosecutor's Office for further action.


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