Slovenia is in shock after a tragic incident that claimed the life of a 48-year-old man and sparked a political crisis. Justice Minister Andreja Katič and Interior Minister Boštjan Poklukar resigned today, taking personal responsibility for the incident, while Prime Minister Robert Golob announced urgent legislative changes.
The drama unfolded on the night of Friday into Saturday in Novo Mesto. The 48-year-old had rushed to a bar after being called by his son, who was facing threats from a group of Roma people. There, according to authorities, he was brutally beaten, causing serious head injuries and ending up in the hospital shortly afterwards.
Police have arrested a 20-year-old suspect in connection with the incident, although initial information suggests that more people were involved in the attack, rTV Slovenije Reported.
The minister Of justice stated in an Emergency press conference that her resignation aims to de-escalate tensions., emphasizing that everyone must reflect on their own responsibility. The Minister of Interior, for his part, assumed political responsibility for the event.
Prime Minister Golob, present at the interview, emphasized that violence does not disappear overnight. "He is born into an environment where punishment does not follow the deed, where justice is delayed and the concept of responsibility loses its meaning. Yesterday's event shocked us all.", he emphasized characteristically.
Both ministers they put themselves at the disposal of the prime minister Robert Golob, who accepted their resignations.
Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar called for an immediate emergency session of parliament, while opposition leader Janez Janša called for a rally in Ljubljana, expressing dissatisfaction with the way social problems are being addressed.
The National Security Council decided to send additional police forces to Novo Mesto, with the prospect of transferring special units if necessary.
The president of the Roma Community Council in Slovenia, condemned all acts of violence and expressed his condolences to the victim's family. he Stressed that the entire roma community In southeastern slovenia Must realize the need to take immediate measures to stop the criminal actions of some of its members.
Since the morning, residents have been gathering in the center of Novo Mesto lighting candles in memory of their fellow citizen who lost his life.
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