Lushtaku not guilty in Drenica case: Charges relied on false witnesses

Sami Lushtaku, the mayor of Skenderaj, reacted immediately after the ruling of the Basic Court in Pristina, which acquitted him in the proceedings known as the Drenica case. This judgment concerns the indictments once filed by the EULEX Prosecution.

In a public statement, Lushtaku stressed that the court confirmed his innocence also for the charges related to the alleged witness tampering in the “Drenica 1” case. He described this as the closing of a long and grueling cycle that began 13 years ago.

“This case marks the conclusion of several long and difficult proceedings for me, which began 13 years ago, with a series of judicial processes aimed at punishing me through charges that were essentially based on false statements and false witnesses,” Lushtaku said in his reaction.

He added that this time, as in all previous cases, justice proved his innocence, acquitting him on every charge. Lushtaku did not hesitate to share his gratitude for all those who supported him.

“I have always believed that truth cannot be defeated and that, despite challenges, delays and injustices, it will triumph one day. I thank my family, my fellow fighters, friends and all citizens who stood by me and never lost faith in me. Your continuous support has been my strength throughout this entire period. Thank you forever,” his statement concludes.