Documents Reveal: Saranda Police Station Dissolved Following Chief's Arrest

A high-profile operation by the State Police in Saranda has resulted in the dissolution of the local police station's leadership structure and the arrest of the police chief, Gezim Bashllari. The event centered on the city's District No. 1, where law enforcement intervened to halt work on a facility suspected of being an illegal construction. Beyond the arrests, the case has taken on new dimensions following the discovery of documentation proving that the entity had received a permit from the National Territorial Council (KKT) a year prior.

Arrests at the Saranda Police Station

The police operation did not stop at the builders but struck directly at the hierarchy of law enforcement in the coastal city. In addition to the police chief, Gezim Bashllari, those placed in handcuffs include Sub-commissioner Andi Duro, a specialist in crime investigation; Sub-commissioner Ajdin Ismailaj, a public order specialist; and Inspector Robert Cullaj, a local area specialist. These officers are accused of abuse of office and failure to act in the face of alleged illegality in the beach area. In total, 8 individuals working at the construction site were detained by authorities as part of this extensive action.

Background of the Construction

The construction in question, identified as Azur Beach Bar, appears to have held a permit from the KKT, numbered 52 and dated May 28, 2025. The permit covered a service structure at the beach station with an area of 389 square meters, as well as a 110-square-meter leveling platform.

Documentation and Land Ownership

According to the data obtained, the land where the work was taking place is owned by Arjola Bajo (Dhrami), who currently lives abroad. The owner has inherited this 1,200-square-meter area since 1999, following the passing of her father. Bajo has declared her readiness to provide explanations to the justice system, claiming that the work in question was simply necessary leveling before the start of the 2026 tourist season. She emphasizes that the same business operated regularly during the 2025 summer season, hosting high flows of vacationers without encountering any legal issues.

Analysis: Contradictions Between Law and Police Action

The Saranda case highlights a deep administrative issue: how can a police chief be arrested for a construction that appears to have a permit from central authorities? This situation creates a communication vacuum between urban planning institutions and law enforcement on the ground. If the KKT documents are legitimate, then the State Police operation seems to have disregarded approved permits or there were violations of the permit conditions that have not yet been made public. This event becomes a clear indicator that control over the coastline in Albania remains a sensitive terrain, where private interests, state permits, and police oversight intersect.

Impact on Tourism

The dissolution of a police station on the eve of the summer season creates uncertainty for economic operators in Saranda. This case should serve as a call for total transparency toward investors who operate with proper documentation.

Why Did the Institutional Clash Occur?

The clash between the reality on the ground and administrative documentation demonstrates the need for a unified database of construction permits. When the police intervene without verifying KKT permits, the consequences are severe, as evidenced by the dissolution of the Saranda police station. This situation damages the image of institutions and creates a climate of distrust between businesses and the state. Beyond the arrests, the public is demanding clarifications on exactly what was violated regarding the conditions of the 2025 permit.

FAQ

What is the reason for the arrest of the police chief in Saranda?

Police Chief Gezim Bashllari and 4 other officers were detained on charges of abuse of office and failure to act in the face of illegal construction in the beach area.

Was the construction equipped with a permit?

According to the documents, the facility had received a permit from the KKT on May 28, 2025, for a service structure and a leveling platform at the beach station.

What happened to the Saranda Police Station after the operation?

Following the arrests of the police leadership for this case, the management structure of the police station was dissolved by the high authorities of the State Police.

Conclusion

The event in Saranda remains in the center of attention as the full clarification of the documentation by judicial bodies is awaited. Librazhdi Press will continue to closely follow developments regarding this case and their impact on territorial administration. Follow us for the latest updates on this issue.

Follow Librazhdi Press for the next update on this story and related developments.

Read Also

Flash Security Operation at Lushnje Prison: Targeted Searches for Illicit Items — A surprise security operation was carried out this Sunday at the penitentiary institution in Kosovo e Madhe, Lushnje. Authorities conducted… Read article

Albania Emerges as Regional Leader in Public Procurement for 2026 — Albania has successfully positioned itself as the leading nation in the Western Balkans regarding the efficiency and transparency of its pu… Read article

Ilir Alimehmeti: No Ambition for DP Leadership, Focus Remains on Tirana 2026 — Developments within the Democratic Party (DP) remain at the heart of political discourse as key figures clarify their positions for the fut… Read article