In 2024, 17 murders were reported in Kosovo, marking a decrease compared to 29 murders in 2023. Courts handed down several life sentences and other heavy punishments for these cases.
Key Convictions
- Edmond Lajqi was sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his wife after admitting guilt and apologizing.
- Dardan Krivaqa and Arbër Sejdiu were sentenced for the murder of Marigona Osmani. Krivaqa received a life sentence, while Sejdiu was sentenced to 15 years.
- Valon Aliu, accused of murdering his ex-wife and injuring her brother, pleaded not guilty.
- Enver Sekiraqa was sentenced to 25 years in prison for inciting the murder of police officer Triumf Riza.
- Shpejtim Knushi was sentenced to 19 years and 6 months for a murder in Gjakova following a dispute over an electrical cable.
Other Ongoing Cases
- Charges for the murder of Liridona Ademaj remain pending, while the trial of the suspects for the murder of businessman Bedri Rexhepi is still underway.
- In Prizren, Haxhi Selmanaj is on trial for a murder following a physical altercation. Meanwhile, courts in Gjakova and Mitrovica have issued sentences for various murders committed for different motives.
The courts have addressed a wide range of cases, from family and property disputes to murders with unknown motives. The heavy sentences and continued trials demonstrate a strong commitment to justice.