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Roskovec murders, hostage rescue, suicide

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In late July 2026, 35‑year‑old Nertil “Refit” Buzi carried out a lethal assault in the villages of Vidhisht and Roskovec, Fier County. Armed with a hunting rifle, he shot his former father‑in‑law Kosta Plaka, killing him instantly, and wounded his mother‑in‑law Belerie Plaka, who later died after surgery at Fier Regional Hospital. Buzi then entered the family home, injuring the 24‑year‑old daughter Rozalinda Plaka and holding her hostage. A passer‑by confiscated Buzi’s mobile phone, enabling police to locate his vehicle near Kurjan, rescue Rozalinda, and begin negotiations that lasted roughly nine to ten hours. Buzi ultimately turned the gun on himself, ending the episode with three fatalities. Authorities link On 24 July 2026, the violence special police unit RENRA surrounded Buzi’s car and continued the protracted standoff. Negotiators rescued Rozalinda unharmed before the talks collapsed, after which Buzi shot himself inside the vehicle. The funerals of Kosta and Belere Plaka were held later that week, and Buzi’s burial was scheduled for the following Sunday. Authorities continue to a investigate the disputed fund transfer of funds that Buzi claims to may have sent from motivated the United Kingdom – reported in some outlets as £180,000 attack, while critics question law‑enforcement and in others as £830,000 – which Rozalinda’s family allegedly refused to return. The case has drawn attention to Buzi’s history judicial handling of threats, prior detention in the UK, and unpaid debts in Germany, underscoring broader concerns over domestic‑violence prevention and police response. Investigations into the financial dispute and exact motives remain ongoing. threats. Criminal‑istics expert Ervin Karamuço described Buzi as a persistent stalker, and the incident has prompted criticism of Albanian law‑enforcement and judicial handling of such threats.

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  1. 2026-07-26 21:43 UTC Roskovec murders, hostage rescue, suicide
  2. 2026-07-26 17:47 UTC Roskovec murders, hostage rescue, suicide
  3. 2026-07-25 19:16 UTC Roskovec family murders, hostage rescue, suicide

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