[CLSTR]
< Back to situations

Monitor this situation.

[SITUATION] · [QUIET] · [INTERNATIONAL]

2 clusters · 4 sources · 8 days · First seen · Last updated

Novi Sad railway station collapse and corruption probes

Overview

The collapse of a canopy at the Novi Sad railway station, which resulted in 16 deaths, has triggered widespread anti-corruption protests and intense criticism regarding systemic corruption and regulatory oversight in Serbia.

Following the tragedy, the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) confirmed an ongoing investigation into the potential misuse of European Union funds related to the reconstruction of the station and rail lines. Domestic legal proceedings in Serbia have also led to indictments against several former officials, including the former Minister of Construction and Infrastructure. Additionally, the Prosecutor’s Office for Organized Crime is examining money flows and potential corruption concerning the Belgrade–Subotica railway construction.

Entities

Novi Sad · European Union · European Public Prosecutor's Office · Laura Kövesi · Goran Vesić

Timeline

  1. [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Corruption concerns rise following Novi Sad roof collapse

    The fatal roof collapse in Novi Sad has triggered widespread condemnation of corruption and calls for accountability following the deaths of sixteen people.

  2. [INTERNATIONAL] 3 sources
    EPPO continues investigation into Novi Sad railway project funds

    The EPPO is continuing its investigation into the potential misuse of EU funds for the Novi Sad railway station project following a fatal canopy collapse that killed 16 people and sparked major protests in Seru

Sources

danas.rs · newman.hu · szabadmagyarszo.com · visualcrossing.com