Suspect questioned over restaurant shooting in New Belgrade

Belgrade authorities have questioned a 24-year-old man in connection with a shooting incident at a New Belgrade restaurant that injured one person and endangered several others. The Higher Public Prosecutor's Office stated that the suspect, identified as M.D., is accused of attempting to kill G.S. through treacherous means on May 21.

During his questioning, the suspect reportedly offered a brief denial of the charges and declined to provide a detailed defense. Prosecutors have requested that he be placed in pre-trial detention. They cited concerns about his risk of fleeing, the possibility of him committing further crimes, and the fact that the charges carry a potential prison sentence of over 10 years.

The prosecution also argued that the manner of the offense and the severity of its consequences have caused public alarm, potentially jeopardizing the fair and unimpeded progress of the criminal proceedings. The suspect faces charges including attempted aggravated murder and illegal production, possession, carrying, and trafficking of weapons and explosives.