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SPAK’s Statement:
The Special Prosecutor’s Office initiated a property investigation against Ervis Martinaj, who is suspected of committing several criminal offenses, including:
- Providing means and conditions to carry out a murder, targeting Indrit Dokle, in collaboration with a structured criminal group.
- Participation in a structured criminal group and organized criminal activity, as outlined in Articles 80, 28/4, 333/a/1, and 334 of the Albanian Penal Code.
In accordance with Law No. 10192, dated December 3, 2009, "On Preventing and Combating Organized Crime, Trafficking, Corruption, and Other Crimes Through Preventive Measures Against Property," as amended by Law No. 70/2017, SPAK has identified and seized movable and immovable assets belonging to Martinaj and his associates.
Findings of the Investigation:
The investigation concluded that the seized assets could not be justified through lawful sources of income. Consequently, these assets are presumed to be the proceeds of criminal activities conducted by Martinaj and individuals connected to him.
Seized Assets for Confiscation:
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Corporate Holdings:
- 100% ownership of "KING KASINO" sha (currently suspended).
- 50% ownership in "ALBA TELECOMMUNICATION" shpk.
- 100% ownership of "M.... U....." shpk and "M....... E.M" shpk (active).
- Full ownership of "REAL FENIX" shpk by an associate.
- Several other business entities, including "S.P.E E......." shpk and "S.P.E Gj...." shpk.
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Vehicles:
- Five vehicles of various makes.
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Real Estate:
- An 82 m² apartment in "Pavarësia" neighborhood, Vlora.
- A 245 m² plot of land in Piqeras, Saranda.
- A 137 m² commercial unit in Tirana.
- Agricultural land and olive groves, including a 9,800 m² plot in Dobresh, Tirana.
- Various plots of land in Kurbin, including areas in Fushë-Kuqe, Patok, and Milot, with a total area exceeding 30,000 m².
- A villa in Surrel, Tirana.
- An apartment on "Dervish Hima" street, Tirana.
- A warehouse and associated land in Gjilekë-Dhërmi.
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Bank Accounts:
- Bank accounts containing 1,878,299 ALL (~€15,700) under the name of an associate.
Legal Basis and Next Steps:
SPAK’s confiscation request is grounded in Albania’s anti-mafia laws, which allow the state to seize assets suspected of being derived from criminal activity. The First Instance Special Court will review the evidence and determine whether the assets will be permanently confiscated.
This case highlights the ongoing efforts of Albanian authorities to combat organized crime and corruption, focusing on high-profile figures and their financial networks. Updates on the court’s decision and further developments will follow as the case progresses.