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According to official statements, the operation was carried out across several regions in Kosovo, including Prishtina, Peja, Prizren, and Gjilan, where a total of 47 locations were raided. The suspects are believed to be involved in drug trafficking, organized crime, and cybercrime.
Seized Assets and Evidence
During the raids, law enforcement authorities confiscated a significant amount of evidence and assets, including:
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Various narcotics
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129 vehicles
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€134,900 in cash
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20,040 Swiss francs
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$490 in US dollars
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€13,000 in counterfeit money
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9 wristwatches
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36 different firearms
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1,569 bullets and 1,292 pieces of ammunition
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A device used for packaging heroin and cocaine
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Laptops, mobile phones, USB drives, and documents
Additionally, bank accounts with a total of €500,000 were frozen, and the immovable properties of the suspects were placed under a restriction order.
International Coordination and Long-Term Investigation
The operation was directed by a prosecutor from the SPRK, who was present during the execution of the search warrants. Authorities emphasized that this operation is the result of a long-term investigation targeting organized criminal groups involved in international drug trafficking, money laundering, and other forms of organized crime.
“The prosecutors of the Special Prosecution, in full coordination with police investigators, have been continuously dedicated to dismantling this organized criminal group,” the Police statement said.
The success of “Broken Sky” marks a significant step in Kosovo's fight against organized crime and highlights the importance of cross-border cooperation in addressing complex criminal networks.