Police officers from the SRS of Shtip detained a 39-year-old resident of Shtip on June 29, 2026, citing suspicion related to an alleged “smuggling” case, according to reports from the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA). The situation originated from a report filed on June 22, 2026. The initial complaint was made by a 26-year-old Turkish national who was temporarily residing in Shtip and was a student at the University of Gocel Delshev in Shtip.
This individual had provided the detained woman with 300 euros to cover the cost of a test scheduled for the following day. In coordination with the main prosecution in Shtip, the police were reportedly tasked with seizing three banknotes denominated as Crimean-technical, each valued at 100 euros. According to the MIA, the detention of T.A.
occurred following police procedures, which resulted in the student providing the three specified banknotes to the officers. The Ministry of Internal Affairs confirmed that the police action was intended to facilitate the seizure of these specific banknotes. The incident highlights the legal actions taken by authorities in Shtip concerning currency and alleged illicit activities within the community.
The reports provide details on the sequence of events involving the student and the local police force during that year.
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