Obstruction and attack against the journalist Rinë Haziri, Shtërpcë, 16.12.2023
Today, journalist Rînë Haziri from Lajmi.net was obstructed and attacked by a citizen while reporting from Brezovica.
In the video published by the media, an individual can be heard telling journalist Haziri to stop recording.
Furthermore, it is known that the same person got out of the car and forcefully took the phone from the journalist's hand while using threatening language towards her.
The editors of Lajmi.net have informed AJK that the case has also been reported to the Kosovo Police.
The Association of Kosovo Journalists expresses its concern regarding the obstruction and attack on journalist Rinë Haziri. We call upon the Kosovo Police to prioritize this case and hold the responsible individual accountable for their actions.
| Reporter Details | Obstruction and attack against the journalist Rinë Haziri, Shtërpcë, 16.12.2023 |
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| Case description | Today, journalist Rînë Haziri from Lajmi.net was obstructed and attacked by a citizen while reporting from Brezovica. In the video published by the media, an individual can be heard telling journalist Haziri to stop recording. Furthermore, it is known that the same person got out of the car and forcefully took the phone from the journalist's hand while using threatening language towards her. The editors of Lajmi.net have informed AJK that the case has also been reported to the Kosovo Police. |
| State | Kosovo |
| Name and Surname | Rinë Haziri |
| Gender | Female |
| Date | 16.12.2023 |
| City | Shtërpcë |
| Type of Incident | Actual attacks on journalists |
| From who | To journalists by citizens |
| The Offender / Suspect | |
| Type of media | Online |
| Media Name | Lajmi.net |
| Source | Lajmi.net |
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| Judiciary | |
| Judiciary Status | |
| Legal Closure | |
| Has the Journalist Association been notified? | Yes |
| Has the incident been reported to the authorities? | Yes |
| Has the incident been reported to the XXX? | |
| Associations Respond | The Association of Kosovo Journalists expresses its concern regarding the obstruction and attack on journalist Rinë Haziri. We call upon the Kosovo Police to prioritize this case and hold the responsible individual accountable for their actions. |