🔗 Share this article Judge Killed in Courthouse Incident in Albania A defendant on trial began shooting in a courtroom in the capital city of Albania, Tiranë, on the start of the week, fatally wounding the presiding judge and injuring two other people, according to police. The gunman escaped from the location but was apprehended afterward. Particulars of the Fatal Event The court official Astrit Kalaja was shot inside the courtroom by a 30-year-old suspect with the initials E. Sh., according to police. The judge succumbed to injuries while en route to a medical facility. Additional Injuries The gunman also opened fire on two additional individuals present at the court proceedings, police said. Their wounds were non-fatal. Investigation Underway Officials have not provided details about any motive or the nature of the case being presided over. The case listing found on the judicial portal mentioned a property dispute. Police later arrested the alleged shooter and also found a revolver believed to be the weapon used. After sweeping judicial changes initiated several years ago with backing by the EU and US, a multitude of legal proceedings in the country have been delayed for years. Further information to follow …