Series of Attacks on Queer People and Venues in Belgrade

In the past few days, we have received information about homo- and transphobic attacks on several queer individuals at Republic Square in Belgrade, as well as on two queer venues — Guvernanta Bar and Mornar. According to available reports, the attacks were carried out by groups described as neo-Nazi and far-right extremists.

There is reasonable suspicion that the perpetrators are the same individuals and that these incidents are part of an organized series of attacks. Da se zna! is in communication with the affected venues and individuals, and in agreement with them, we will take the next legal steps.

We demand that the police and the prosecutor’s office urgently identify and prosecute all persons involved in these attacks and determine whether this is the work of an organized group.
We will inform the public about the next steps and new developments in due course.