Man faces charges after hitting baby stroller with wooden box in Croatian town
Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Police have concluded an investigation into a 71-year-old man who allegedly struck an empty baby stroller with a wooden box in Primošten, Croatia.
- The incident occurred on July 17 and was captured on video, showing the man hitting the stroller outside a restaurant.
- The man faces charges for disturbing public order and was brought before the court on July 22.
Authorities in Croatia have concluded their investigation into a bizarre incident in Primošten where a 71-year-old man allegedly struck an empty baby stroller with a wooden box. The event, which occurred on July 17 in the old town center, has drawn public attention after a video circulated on social media.
The video shows the man, identified as a delivery person for a local establishment, using wooden advertising structures to hit the baby carriage. The stroller was positioned outside a restaurant where patrons were dining. The footage ends before showing the full aftermath, but witnesses and local officials have condemned the man's actions.
According to the Municipality of Primošten and local accounts, the man was carrying wooden advertising boards for a restaurant when he struck the stroller. One diner reportedly stood up and approached the man following the incident.
Officials from the Municipality of Primošten have condemned the behavior, emphasizing that the safety of citizens and visitors is paramount. They have urged relevant institutions to thoroughly investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The 71-year-old man has been charged with a violation of public order and peace laws. He was presented with a charge sheet at the Municipal Court in Šibenik on July 22.
Originally published by Večernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.