Serbian Rapper Desingerica Detained in Montenegro, Fined for Lacking ID

Controversial Serbian rapper Dragomir Despić, also known as Desingerica, was detained by police in Sutomore, Montenegro, during a club performance. The 33-year-old artist and two other Serbian nationals were taken in for identity verification. As they lacked identification, each was fined 200 euros. Desingerica briefly commented on the incident, stating, "Everyone is doing their job."

The police operation uncovered further irregularities within the club. Eleven minors were found consuming alcohol, leading to a pre-trial procedure against the legal and responsible persons under the Law on Public Order and Peace. Additionally, one individual was found working without a permit. In total, fines amounting to 11,200 euros were imposed on those responsible for the various offenses.

This incident occurs amidst an online petition in Montenegro calling for a ban on Desingerica's performances. The petition gained traction following a controversial show in Budva, where the rapper used electric clippers to shave the heads of audience members. This act drew criticism from a segment of the public who condemned the normalization of such content and urged the protection of youth from harmful role models that undermine cultural values. A similar performance had previously taken place in Croatia.