Belgrade prison threats against ex-police chief trigger investigation

Authorities in Belgrade have initiated an immediate investigation into alleged threats against Veselin Milic, the former head of the Belgrade police, who is currently detained at the Belgrade District Prison. The directive came from the Higher Public Prosecutor's Office, which ordered the Second Basic Public Prosecutor's Office to look into the claims. Milic's defense counsel formally submitted a report alleging that unidentified individuals have been threatening their client within the prison. The situation has been classified as a potential criminal offense of endangering safety. Prosecutors are tasked with identifying the perpetrators and pursuing legal action.

This development unfolds amidst a larger criminal proceeding where Milic is implicated in the aggravated murder of Aleksandar Nesovic Baja. Milic faces charges for allegedly failing to report a crime and its perpetrator. While initial accusations suggested his involvement in tampering with evidence at the crime scene, prosecutors previously dropped charges against three other officers from his security detail due to insufficient evidence. Milic was arrested on May 12, and his detention was extended by the High Court on June 12, keeping him in custody until at least July 12, 2026.

Milic's defense team maintains his innocence, asserting that the charges are part of a coordinated effort by his colleagues to frame him. The ongoing investigation into the threats adds another layer of complexity to the case, raising questions about the security and conditions within the detention facility.