Explosion involving an explosive device on the terrace of a flower shop in Tirana, police identify suspected perpetrator

In the early hours of the morning, a suspected explosive device detonated in the Tufina area of Tirana. The incident was recorded at around 2:45 a.m., when a small amount of suspected explosive material was thrown onto the terrace of a flower shop and detonated.

The business is owned by a 65-year-old man with the initials A.K., while the explosion caused only minor material damage.

Police said they had managed to identify the suspected perpetrator, but were not releasing his identity due to the ongoing investigation.

Police statement:

Tirana/Preliminary information

On November 1, 2026, at around 2:45 a.m., in Tufina, a small amount of suspected explosive material was thrown onto the terrace of a flower shop owned by A.K., approximately 65 years old, and detonated.

As a result, minor material damage was caused.

Investigative actions have led to the identification of the suspected perpetrator. Due to the continuation of the investigation, his personal details are not being disclosed.

The investigative team, under the direction of the Prosecutor’s Office, is continuing its work to fully document the case and clarify the circumstances surrounding it.