Zagreb Resident Reports Fight in Children's Park, Then Is Shocked: 'Are We Supposed to Accept This?'

A disturbing incident in a central Zagreb children's park, where two visibly intoxicated and possibly drugged individuals engaged in a physical altercation, has ignited a public discussion about safety and police response in the city.

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Madam, do you know how many parks there are in the city?

The resident who witnessed the fight and subsequently called the police expressed shock not only at the fight itself but also at the response she allegedly received from the officer. She recounted her call to the police, during which she highlighted the recurring presence of discarded needles, broken bottles, and intoxicated groups in the park, even during daylight hours when children are present. According to her, the officer's response was, "Madam, do you know how many parks there are in the city?"

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Police cannot be seen on the streets for years now.

Her experience, shared on Reddit, resonated with many Zagreb residents who voiced similar concerns about the diminishing visible police presence in their neighborhoods. Comments suggested a long-term decline in street patrols, with some attributing the issue to a chronic shortage of officers. However, others defended the police, pointing to an overwhelming workload and insufficient personnel to cover all interventions effectively.

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There is too much work and too few people.

Adding to the resident's distress, a neighbor reportedly informed her that police did not arrive at the scene despite the report. She concluded that while reporting such incidents is crucial, the lack of visible police presence in known problem areas like these parks allows such situations to persist. "The worst part is that it is precisely known which parks are involved and nothing is being done," she stated, believing that even occasional police patrols would significantly alter the situation.

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The worst part is that it is precisely known which parks are involved and nothing is being done.