Unexpected operation in Pogradec: Police target illegal assets

Pogradec, September 26, 2025 – Another blow against assets obtained from criminal activities has been carried out by the Korçë Prosecutor’s Office, which, in cooperation with the State Police, has seized several movable and immovable properties in the city of Pogradec.

At the center of the investigation is E.B., who is suspected of having obtained significant income from international drug trafficking in Italy and Spain, which he then allegedly invested in Albania under his name and that of his family members.

Following a multi-year investigation under criminal proceedings no. 208 of 2022, for the criminal offense of "Money laundering of proceeds from criminal activity," the Prosecutor’s Office at the First Instance Court of General Jurisdiction in Korçë submitted a request for the preventive seizure of the suspected assets.

The seized assets include immovable properties in Pogradec (land and residences), vehicles registered under family members, as well as bank accounts and other suspicious income.

In the official statement, the Prosecutor’s Office noted that there is reasonable suspicion, supported by evidence, that these assets are the product of criminal activity in the field of drug trafficking. This measure aims to prevent the disposal of these assets and to ensure their potential confiscation if the court reaches a final decision confirming involvement in illegal activities.

The prosecution emphasized that investigations are ongoing, and further developments are expected regarding this case, including the identification of other individuals involved in the money laundering network.

“KORÇA BOOM”