The economy ministry has confirmed that a serious incident took place in its facility, during which a ministry official has threatened a colleague, who is his direct leader, with a firearm. According to the ministry, the suspect has been arrested by Kosovo Police.
The case was reported to the Kosovo Police and, following the respective actions company, the suspected official has been arrested. Witness officials and persons involved in the case have been interviewed and delivered their statements before competent bodies, said the Ministry of Economy’s response.
The ministry has clarified that the alleged official is subject to a disciplinary procedure since September, on issues related to violations of tasks and work responsibilities.
The Ministry of Economy considers this attack extremely serious and unacceptable. Threats with firearms, intimidation, and any form of health and human life violations should be handled with priorities from justice organs, further in response.
According to the Ministry, all actions that are in its competence will be undertaken, in line with legislation in force, for the institutional treatment of the case and addressing any evental disciplinary or administrative responsibility.
The safety of employees and ensuring a safe and professional working environment remain the priority of the Ministry of Economy, the response is highlighted.
The ministry has made it known that the case is being investigated by competent justice bodies and that until the report is admitted by these organs it will not further comment on the circumstances of the incident.
Source Layer: RTKLive