Footage of clashes between protesters and Kosovo Police released

Kosovo Police announced that three people were arrested following clashes in central Pristina on October 5. Two of those arrested were remanded in custody on the prosecutor’s orders, while the third was released and will face regular proceedings.

The updated tally, published on Tuesday, shows that 33 people received or sought medical assistance. They included 20 police officers, 12 citizens or protesters, and one journalist.

The clashes took place during a protest outside the Kosovo Assembly, where participants opposed the failure to approve amendments to the Law on Specialist Chambers. The protesters also expressed dissatisfaction with the verdict against former KLA leaders in The Hague.

Footage released from the incident shows several protesters clashing with members of Kosovo Police, while various objects were thrown at officers.

According to Kosovo Police, a group of protesters repeatedly threw pyrotechnic devices, fireworks, and hard objects at state institutions and police officers.

After the situation escalated, pepper spray, tear gas, and a water cannon were used to disperse the crowd.

Police also notified the Kosovo Police Inspectorate, which will assess the officers’ actions and any possible suspicion that their powers were exceeded during the management of the protest.