Police officers from the OVR Prilep detained a 43-year-old citizen of Slovenia following an incident involving the display and burning of the flag belonging to the Municipality of Prilep. According to statements issued by the Ministry of Interior, the incident occurred at 1:05 AM on July 11, 2026, in the area in front of the municipal building in Prilep. The Ministry of Interior confirmed that police personnel detained the individual after he was observed displaying and subsequently burning the municipal flag.
Authorities stated that the action taken resulted in the immediate deprivation of liberty for the 43-year-old citizen, who holds Slovenian nationality. Police sources added that following the comprehensive documentation of the event concerning the individual, appropriate legal proceedings will be initiated. The detention was carried out by officers from the OVR Prilep unit.
The report details the specific circumstances surrounding the confrontation between the law enforcement officers and the foreign national. The incident highlights the police’s adherence to protocol when addressing the alleged desecration of municipal symbols. The initial report confirms that the individual involved was an old citizen, specifically noted as being 43 years of age, and was identified as a Slovene national.
The authorities have confirmed that the matter is being processed through official channels, ensuring that all steps are taken according to established legal procedures for such incidents.
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