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Drug trafficker convicted in Italy arrested in Maminas

Drug trafficker convicted in Italy arrested in Maminas

The Operational Forces of the State Police have arrested Albert Koni, who is internationally wanted by Italy, after being convicted of drug trafficking.

Koni, 51 years old, a resident of Maminas, Durrës, was captured in his village.

"This citizen was declared internationally wanted after the Court of Appeal of Turin, Italy, with the decision dated 10.01.2025, sentenced him to 4 years, 5 months and 21 days in prison for drug trafficking," the authorities announced.

Police say that Interpol Tirana and Interpol Rome will carry out the procedures for the extradition of the 51-year-old to Italy.

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