Explosive-device assassination in Gjirokastër in which Beqir Devolli was killed; police question 23 people

As part of the investigation into the murder of Beqir Devolli, known as Çilo Hundërri, who was killed two days ago in Gjirokastër, police questioned 23 people yesterday and today.

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The investigative team has focused on the victim’s past, his relationships with various people and any circumstance that could help clarify the motive behind the assassination.

Among those questioned was Erigers Mela, who had a social acquaintance with Çilo Hundërri. According to information, Mela told investigators that he had no enmity of any kind with anyone and that he had a social relationship with the victim.

The two had known each other for a long time and, according to sources, often used each other’s cars. Erigers Mela is the son of the late former prosecutor Përparim Mela.

The victim’s family members also testified to police, stating that they had no knowledge of any conflicts or animosity between him and other people.

According to them, Çilo Hundërri had been constantly worried, but they attributed this state to the fact that he was unemployed.

Investigators are analyzing his past, acquaintances and contacts to determine whether the murder may have been linked to a previous conflict.

They are also verifying the circumstances surrounding the victim’s movements and the possibility that the perpetrators followed him before the assassination.

So far, the 23 people questioned have provided information about how they knew the victim and the relationships they had with him.

Being questioned does not mean that they are suspected of involvement in the incident. According to sources from the investigative team, the amount of explosive placed in the vehicle is estimated at around 300 grams of TNT.

The investigation continues to identify the perpetrators and fully clarify the circumstances of the assassination that claimed Çilo Hundërri’s life.


Shtuar më 12.10.2026 12:46