SPAK's arrest warrant for former Deputy Prime Minister Arben Ahmetaj has caused an 'underground' wave of tension in Tirana.
While the media has focused on two or three names, fueling mostly the political war, most of the names that really risk criminal prosecution have not yet been put in focus.
But they are on file and the indictment and arrest warrants have only been temporarily halted pending the political uproar over the case.
What is being slightly overshadowed at the moment is that the file of the Special Prosecutor's Office affects not only Mr. Ahmetaj, but also a number of former officials and well-known businessmen, who have been waiting for how the senior politician would react.
The former deputy prime minister chose to leave the country and some of those mentioned in the file have done the same these days. But not all.
According to a DITA source, SPAK's attitude and the further progress of the investigation have brought particular concern to one of the most important businessmen in the country. His company has carried out the sale and purchase of expensive properties that the Special Prosecutor's Office has targeted.
The concern is related to the rumors that SPAK's investigation has led to accusations of fictitious contracts and money laundering.
The general anxiety in the world of big capital in Tirana has been increased by the fact that the head of SPAK has refused all communication and contact these days. He is almost isolated even from his closest colleagues, to avoid interference.
The source told DITA newspaper that despite the tension and high temperatures, SPAK will take the next step dictated by the law and the dynamics of events./DITA