Train accident leads to indictment of thirteen individuals in Serbia due to the suspected fatal roof collapse at a railway station, resulting in the loss of sixteen lives.
In the heart of Serbia, nationwide protests have been shaking the rule of President Aleksandar Vucic for several months, following a tragic incident at the Novi Sad Railway Station. Last year, a section of the station's roof collapsed, resulting in the loss of 16 lives.
The protesters accuse President Vucic of various wrongdoings in connection with the disaster. They claim that he and his allies have ties to organized crime, curb media freedoms, engage in corruption, and even use violence against rivals. The indictment, handed down by the Serbian prosecutor, supports these allegations.
Thirteen individuals, including a former minister Goran Vesić, have been indicted for their roles in the railway station roof collapse. Among those indicted are Vesic's aide and the railway company head. The indictment involves criminal offenses during the design and execution phase of the Novi Sad Railway Station renovation, as well as the use of the station building despite ongoing construction and lacking a permit.
The indictment also includes charges for failure to maintain the structure of the station building, pointing towards potential negligence. The judge who will examine these charges is Maja Gligorijević. However, it's important to note that the indictment needs to be verified by a court.
The protesters are demanding early elections, aiming to remove Vucic and his party from power after 13 years. The protests have been a significant challenge to President Vucic's rule, with university shutdowns being among the actions taken by the protesters. Despite President Vucic's denial of these accusations, the protests have rattled his rule, showing a growing dissatisfaction among the Serbian population.
This tragic incident and the subsequent protests have highlighted issues of public safety, corruption, and the need for transparency in Serbia's government. As the case unfolds, it will be interesting to see how these events shape the future of Serbia's political landscape.
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