
A pre-trial detainee in Shkodra, who was in the same cell as his son, died on Sunday morning. According to the Prison Directorate, the 62-year-old with the initials Ç. J., suffered a health problem and after receiving first aid from prison doctors, was taken to Koplik Hospital due to his serious condition.
Despite the White Shirts' efforts to stabilize him, he lost his life. Authorities have begun work to fully investigate the case.
"In the early morning hours of 28.06.2026, a health emergency was registered at the Shkodra Prison. The detainee with the initials Ç. J., born on 10.11.1964, who was accommodated in the same room with his son, the prisoner with the initials DJ, suffered a sudden deterioration in his health, which necessitated the immediate intervention of medical personnel.
The institution's medical staff immediately provided first aid and, due to the worsening of his condition, his urgent transportation to Koplik Hospital was decided.
During transport, as well as upon arrival at the hospital emergency room, medical staff performed all cardiopulmonary resuscitation procedures, but, despite continued efforts, doctors pronounced him dead.
In accordance with legal procedures, the competent authorities were immediately notified and initiated procedural actions to fully document the case and clarify the circumstances of the incident.
"The General Directorate of Prisons expresses its sincere condolences to the family of the deceased and guarantees full cooperation with the justice authorities for the full clarification of this case," the announcement states.