Arnold Jaho extradited from Spain to Albania

Arnold Jaho, a 41-year-old man born in Vlorë, has been extradited from Barcelona, Spain, to Albania. The extradition was conducted as part of the international operation “The Wanted,” involving cooperation between Interpol Tirana and Spanish authorities in Madrid.

Jaho has received two court sentences totaling seven years in prison. In 2026, the Court of Tirana sentenced him to six years for money laundering and concealing income. Additionally, in 2024, he was sentenced to one year for fraud.

Beyond these convictions, the Tirana Prosecutor's Office has issued an arrest warrant for Jaho regarding allegations of illegal deprivation of liberty and the unauthorized possession and production of weapons, explosives, and ammunition. He has been returned to Albania to serve his sentences and face further legal proceedings.