Kosovo Police have arrested a suspect for war crimes against civilians, reportedly involved in the massacre of 71 Albanian civilians in Vushtrri on May 22, 1999.
Details of the Arrest
The suspect, a Kosovar citizen, was detained on September 12. According to the 24-hour police report, he allegedly acted in an organized group as a member of a mobilized unit of the Serbian MUP during the 1998–1999 conflict.
Role in the Massacre
Investigations indicate that the individual directly participated in the killing of 71 civilians in the Vushtrri municipality. Following interrogation, the suspect was remanded into custody by prosecutor’s order.
Background Information
Serbian media reports suggest the suspect lived in northern Kosovo after the war and worked as a bus driver.
