The case of Arlinda Zekaj’s murder: reported threats and developments

The murder of Arlinda Zekaj in Vitomiricë, Peja, has brought reports of threats and domestic violence, as well as her requests for institutional support, into the spotlight. Prosecution documents cited in the media show that Arlinda had reported physical and psychological abuse and threats, and had sought help from the relevant institutions. Her former husband, Jeton Sylaj, had faced charges of threatening to kill her. On October 23, the Basic Prosecution in Peja filed an indictment against Sylaj for making threats. Three days before she was killed, Arlinda had informed the justice authorities of the danger she was facing.