Explosion in Croatia Uncovers Weapons Cache, Two Charged

An explosion at a house in Bosiljevo, Croatia, has led to criminal charges against two men and the discovery of a significant illegal weapons cache. Police are investigating the incident that occurred in early August, which resulted in serious injuries to a 20-year-old and a 62-year-old, and minor injuries to a 22-year-old.

The investigation revealed that the 62-year-old allegedly possessed an automatic rifle with five magazines and a rifle grenade launcher attachment, a silencer, and 78 rounds of prohibited ammunition, including military-grade rounds. He faces charges for the illegal possession, manufacture, and acquisition of weapons and explosives.

The 20-year-old is also charged with the same offenses, along with endangering life and property through reckless action. Police suspect he acquired and kept an unknown explosive device in the house. On August 3, he allegedly handled this device carelessly indoors with others present, leading to an accidental detonation and significant damage to the property.

Further irregularities were uncovered, including the 62-year-old's possession of several dozen rounds of ammunition, three rifle barrels, and a Category B rifle without authorization, as well as two unregistered Category C pistols. The 20-year-old also stored legally owned Category B weapons and ammunition at the 62-year-old's residence instead of his own.