Twenty-five police and customs officials arrested in Serbia-Bosnia border corruption probe

Serbian authorities have apprehended 25 police officers and customs officials in connection with a corruption probe at the Badovinci border crossing, situated between Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The arrests were announced Friday by prosecutors in Novi Sad.

The Special Anti-Corruption Department has initiated an investigation into a total of 29 suspects. While 25 have been arrested, authorities are actively searching for two more individuals. Prosecutors stated that 27 of the suspects face criminal charges related to their official duties, including 23 police officers and four customs officials.

These officials are accused of accepting and giving bribes, as well as abusing their positions. The alleged corrupt activities reportedly took place at the Badovinci border crossing, along the route leading to Bosnia and Herzegovina. The timeframe provided for these offenses spans from December 30, 2024, to May 28, 2025.

Further details regarding the specific nature of the corruption scheme have not yet been released by the prosecution. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to apprehend the remaining suspects and gather more information about the alleged illicit activities.