Six people have been arrested, three others are facing criminal proceedings and two have been declared wanted following violent incidents during a protest held in Tirana the previous day, according to police.

Police said protesters allegedly clashed with law enforcement officers, attacking them with hard objects, pyrotechnic devices, Molotov cocktails, metal spheres and screws. The demonstrators also reportedly blocked traffic and set waste bins on fire.

Among those arrested are two minors and one foreign national, police confirmed.

During searches, officers seized Molotov cocktails allegedly found in the possession of two suspects, identified as L.K. and A.Sh.

The six arrested individuals include four adults, aged between 18 and 38, and two minors. Authorities also confirmed that three additional individuals are under criminal investigation, while two others remain at large.

Investigators, working in cooperation with the Prosecutor's Office, are continuing efforts to establish the full circumstances of the incidents, identify other individuals allegedly involved and bring them before the law.

The case has been referred to the Prosecutor's Office and involves several alleged criminal offences, including attempted murder of a police officer, resisting law enforcement, illegal assembly, disturbing public order, violations involving explosive and incendiary materials, obstructing traffic and arson.