TIRANA, Oct 26 /ATA/ The Tirana Prosecutor’s Office has launched an investigation on its own initiative into the injury of E.V. during protests held in the capital on 24 October, as well as allegations that State Police officers used disproportionate force.
As part of the investigation, prosecutors have obtained video footage provided by the Bank of Albania, along with the medical records held by the University Trauma Hospital. Investigative procedures are being carried out in cooperation with the Police Oversight Agency (AMP).
The Prosecutor’s Office said it was working to establish the appropriate channels of communication with the Italian authorities in order to submit a formal request for legal assistance directly to them.
The investigation also includes the injuries sustained by several other individuals amid allegations that State Police officers used disproportionate force during the protest.
At this stage, around 20 medical records relating to injured individuals have been collected, while inquiries are continuing in cooperation with the Police Oversight Agency (AMP).
According to the Prosecutor’s Office, the investigation is ongoing to establish the full circumstances of the incidents and document them in accordance with the law in force.
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