police-state-liability – Albanian  Telegraphic  Agency. https://en.ata.gov.al News Agency Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:14:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Police urge protesters to distance themselves from masked individuals, warn of criminal liability for unlawful acts https://en.ata.gov.al/2026/10/14/police-urge-protesters-to-distance-themselves-from-masked-individuals-warn-of-criminal-liability-for-unlawful-acts/ https://en.ata.gov.al/2026/10/14/police-urge-protesters-to-distance-themselves-from-masked-individuals-warn-of-criminal-liability-for-unlawful-acts/#respond Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:11:00 +0000 https://en.ata.gov.al/?p=309408
TIRANA, Oct 14 /ATA/ The State Police called on all participants in the protest to remain calm, refrain from any acts of violence, and distance themselves from masked individuals who are attacking police officers and damaging public and private property.

In a press release, the State Police emphasized that “the right to protest is guaranteed by the Constitution, but violence against police officers, citizens, and institutions is unacceptable and punishable by law.”

The State Police stated that they remain committed to ensuring the safety of every citizen, protecting the right to peaceful assembly, and safeguarding lives, property, and institutions.

The police also called for an immediate end to acts of violence, stressing that anyone engaging in unlawful activities will be held criminally accountable under the law.

“ The right to protest is protected. Violence will not be tolerated,” the police said in their appeal.

The State Police stated that they would continue to act with professionalism, restraint, and determination, in accordance with the law, to maintain public order and safety.

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