21 February 2014
21.02.2014 - Following the report that considerable damage from illegal forest logging was observed in the territory of "Sharri" National Park and after suspicion that a Park employee had abused official duty, the Park Directorate conducted an inspection, during which it was noted that significant forest damage had been caused in the Manastrec area. After a three-day field inspection by the commission appointed by the Directorate of Sharri National Park, it was estimated that the damage caused amounts to approximately 53,000 in monetary value.
The forest guard suspected of abusing official duty has been reported to the investigative authorities. After being interviewed by the investigation authorities, in consultation with the prosecutor, he was arrested and taken into 48-hour custody.
MMPH has requested that the investigative authorities examine the case and identify other suspects as well. The Directorate of the Sharri National Park has made available all the evidence collected from the field regarding the damage caused and awaits the resolution of the case and the undertaking of other legal measures.
In the meantime, in accordance with the Law on Civil Service of the Republic of Kosovo, the Ministry of Environment and Spatial Planning, specifically the Directorate of the Sharri National Park, suspended the ranger and initiated disciplinary procedures against him.