Physical attack against journalist Ulpiana Emra, Suharekë, 17.09.2023
Association of Journalists of Kosovo is deeply concerned about the news of an attack on journalist Ulpiana Emra from ArtMotion during the Super Cup final basketball match between Trepça and Peja.
Emra was attacked by fans while reporting on the final of the basketball Super Cup between Trepca and Peja.
It has been reported that the journalist was assaulted by fans in the stands, who threw bottles at her, resulting in injuries to her body.
The AJK firmly condemns this assault on our colleague Emra and calls on the Kosovo Police to immediately find the perpetrator(s) of the crime, bring them to justice, and hold them accountable for their acts.
| Reporter Details | Physical attack against journalist Ulpiana Emra, Suharekë, 17.09.2023 |
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| Case description | Association of Journalists of Kosovo is deeply concerned about the news of an attack on journalist Ulpiana Emra from ArtMotion during the Super Cup final basketball match between Trepça and Peja. Emra was attacked by fans while reporting on the final of the basketball Super Cup between Trepca and Peja. It has been reported that the journalist was assaulted by fans in the stands, who threw bottles at her, resulting in injuries to her body. |
| State | Kosovo |
| Name and Surname | Ulpiana Emra |
| Gender | Female |
| Date | 17.9.2023 |
| City | Therandë/Suharekë |
| Type of Incident | Actual attacks on journalists |
| From who | To journalists by citizens |
| The Offender / Suspect | |
| Type of media | Radio and Television |
| Media Name | ArtMotion |
| Source | KlanKosova |
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| Has the Journalist Association been notified? | Yes |
| Has the incident been reported to the authorities? | |
| Has the incident been reported to the XXX? | |
| Associations Respond | The AJK firmly condemns this assault on our colleague Emra and calls on the Kosovo Police to immediately find the perpetrator(s) of the crime, bring them to justice, and hold them accountable for their acts. |