Security Denies Entry to Retired Radio Host for Colleague's Memorial

Dubravka Marković, a long-serving retired host for Radio-televizije Srbije and Radio Beograda, was barred from entering the Radio Belgrade building to attend a memorial service for her colleague Velibor Žujović. The incident, confirmed by the Association of Journalists of Serbia (UNS), highlights a reported directive from Radio Belgrade's director, Zorana Bojičić, prohibiting Marković's entry.

Marković stated that Bojičić issued an oral directive two years ago that she could not enter the radio station. She recounted a previous incident in April where she attempted to enter, leading to a dispute she detailed on social media. Yesterday, she arrived early for the memorial, but security personnel reportedly shouted at her and forcibly tried to remove her. She described the situation as "scandalous."

Despite calling the police, who documented the incident, Marković was still denied entry. She was informed that the directive preventing her access was in effect, even for a public event. Marković announced her intention to file a private criminal lawsuit against Director Zorana Bojičić and the security personnel for abuse of official position and excessive use of force. She also mentioned that the office of RTS General Director Manja Grčić has been informed.

Marković further alleged that she is not the only former employee facing such restrictions, stating that many colleagues who dedicated their careers to Radio Belgrade and retired from the station are now unable to enter the premises. She asserted that someone must be held accountable for these actions.