Tirana Police have solved two armed robberies committed at bank branches in the capital, arresting a 50-year-old man suspected of being their perpetrator. As part of the operation codenamed "Bank Hunter", Robert Duka, also known by the alias AD, was arrested on suspicion of two armed robberies, which occurred on June 2 and November 2, 2026.

The news was announced by Tirana Police Director, Oliger Turba, who stated that the identification of the 50-year-old was made after an in-depth investigation, conducted with special methods and under the direction of the Prosecutor's Office.

According to the Police, technological systems, which enabled the recognition of the person despite the disguise, as well as the analysis of clothing suspected to have been used during the robberies, helped in his identification.

During the checks, the following were seized:
– 8,200 euros,
– Clothing used during the commission of criminal offenses
– 2 mobile phones.

During the statement to the media, the director of the Tirana Police also announced that the 50-year-old is suspected of having committed criminal activity in a neighboring country, while not providing further details on this matter.

Investigations continue to fully document the two robberies and verify any possible involvement of the suspect in other criminal events.