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Serbian prosecutors charge 13 people for deadly canopy collapse

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Last updated: 2024/12/30 at 12:28 PM
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Serbia’s public prosecutor has announced that 13 people, including a former minister, have been indicted over the collapse of a concrete canopy that resulted in the deaths of 15 individuals last month. The incident, which occurred in Novi Sad, has led to charges of endangering public safety and improper construction practices, with potential prison sentences of up to 12 years for the accused. The collapsed canopy was part of a railway station building that had undergone recent renovations as part of an infrastructure agreement with Chinese companies. The tragedy has sparked mass anti-government demonstrations and public outrage over allegations of corruption and substandard construction practices believed to have contributed to the deadly incident.

Initially, 14 people were reported dead and three injured in the collapse, with one more victim succumbing to injuries in hospital. The incident has led to widespread anger and protests against President Aleksandar Vučić and his administration, with accusations of undermining democratic freedoms rather than advancing them. The indictment of the 13 suspects, which includes former Construction Minister Goran Vesić, as well as officials and contractors involved in the station’s renovation, must be validated by a court before proceedings can move forward. Prosecutors in Novi Sad have also requested that the accused be detained during the trial, although the timing of the trial remains unclear.

The ongoing street protests and a university student strike in response to the tragedy have posed a challenge to Vučić’s grip on power, despite his outward advocacy for European Union membership. Questions about the integrity of the investigation and the independence of Serbia’s judiciary have arisen, particularly following the release of Vesić after being initially detained. The collapse of the canopy and subsequent indictments have highlighted broader concerns about corruption and improper construction practices in Serbia, further fueling public discontent with the current government. The indictment and potential trial of the 13 suspects represent a key moment in addressing accountability and justice for the victims of the tragedy.

Overall, the collapse of the canopy in Novi Sad has had far-reaching consequences, leading to mass anti-government demonstrations, indictments of 13 individuals including a former minister, and questions about the integrity of the investigation and the independence of Serbia’s judiciary. The tragedy has sparked public outrage over allegations of corruption and substandard construction practices that are believed to have contributed to the deadly incident. President Aleksandar Vučić’s administration faces mounting accusations of undermining democratic freedoms despite advocating for European Union membership. The ongoing street protests and university student strike have challenged Vučić’s grip on power and highlighted broader concerns about corruption in Serbia. As the indictment of the suspects moves forward, the trial will be a key moment in addressing accountability and justice for the victims of the collapse.

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