Kragujevac Inspector Claims Dismissal for Refusing to Cancel Fines for Private Firms

Vladisav Bosić, a municipal inspector in Kragujevac with over 15 years of service, alleges he was dismissed from his position late last year after refusing to cancel administrative fines issued to two private companies. He claims the head of the Municipal Inspectorate pressured him to void penalties for illegal business practices.

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I was asked to tear up the penalty notices for two companies.

Bosić stated that he was asked to cancel fines concerning a laundry's working hours and a concrete mixer occupying public space for a construction project. He refused, citing the illegality of such actions and his personal accountability. He believes this refusal led to his subsequent dismissal and alleged mistreatment.

Following his refusal, Bosić initiated an internal whistleblowing procedure at the beginning of the year. He claims this led to harassment, insults, and threats. Despite his reports to city authorities and internal investigations where other inspectors reportedly corroborated his claims, he was moved to a different position and faced disciplinary proceedings.

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I didn't want to withdraw them, because it's illegal, I would be held responsible if I did.

His lawyer, Ivan Dubljanin, confirmed that a lawsuit has been filed with the Higher Court in Kragujevac. Dubljanin stated that Bosić initially sought protection for the legal order, not just himself, by reporting the alleged illegal actions. Instead of receiving support, Bosić faced disciplinary actions. His salary was reportedly reduced by approximately 30,000 dinars as a financial penalty.

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After that, the abuse, insults, and blackmail started immediately.

Bosić also claims that his superiors leverage their positions, mentioning support from "powerful people in Belgrade" and assuring that any complaints against them would be dismissed. The article notes that previous anonymous complaints had been filed, and unofficial information suggests that the criminal police and a special anti-corruption unit had investigated matters related to this city service. However, officials from the City Administration and the Inspectorate have not responded to inquiries.

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Vladisav Bosić turned to the City Council and the Mayor first for all of this that has now come to public attention, seeking protection, not for himself, but for the legal order.