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15 Months After Attack on TV Nova Crew in Niš, No Charges Filed; Investigation Continues
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15 Months After Attack on TV Nova Crew in Niš, No Charges Filed; Investigation Continues

From N1 Serbia · () Serbian

Translated from Serbian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A TV Nova crew was attacked 15 months ago at a rally in Niš, Serbia, but no charges have been filed.
  • The attackers are clearly visible on video footage, yet the investigation is ongoing.
  • Journalists express frustration over the slow pace of justice and the lack of accountability.

Fifteen months have passed since a TV Nova crew was attacked at a rally in Niš, Serbia, yet no indictments have been issued. Authorities at the Basic Public Prosecutor's Office in Niš state they are "working on the case," despite clear video evidence identifying the assailant.

The incident occurred on May 17 of the previous year when journalists Ivana Marković and Dejan Marković attempted to cover an event organized by Serbia's president in Niš. As they approached the rally's perimeter, an individual, identified on social media as Karađorđe, began verbally abusing them through a megaphone, calling them "stupid Ustashas."

It's unbelievable that they didn't hear the screaming... when I had to call the police station myself.

— Ivana MarkovićDescribing the lack of police intervention during the attack.

Following the verbal assault, the journalist was physically pushed and struck. Marković recounted the event, expressing disbelief that police officers nearby did not intervene despite the loud abuse. "It's unbelievable that they didn't hear the screaming... when I had to call the police station myself," she stated.

450 days and two statements. I really expected it to be a bit faster.

— Ivana MarkovićExpressing frustration over the slow pace of the investigation.

The journalists were subsequently moved away by the police, effectively preventing them from reporting on the event. The Basic Public Prosecutor's Office in Niš took interest, but the investigation has been notably slow. "450 days and two statements. I really expected it to be a bit faster," said Marković, who was recently called in again to provide testimony.

Her colleague, cameraman Dejan Marković, echoed the frustration, noting that recalling the precise details of the incident from 15 months prior is difficult, suggesting the case could be resolved much faster. The lack of public response from the prosecutor's office regarding their actions since the May 2025 attack leaves the case in limbo, raising concerns about press freedom and accountability in Serbia.

It's something that could be resolved, let's not exaggerate, in 48 hours.

— Dejan MarkovićCommenting on how quickly the case could potentially be resolved.
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Originally published by N1 Serbia in Serbian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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