A gunman identified as Aleksandar Martinovic went on a deadly rampage in the small town of Cetinje, Montenegro, killing at least 10 people, including two children. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, has left the nation in shock and mourning.
Details of the Incident
According to Montenegro’s Interior Minister, Danilo Saranovic, Martinovic attempted suicide after being cornered by police and succumbed to his injuries while being transported to the hospital. The rampage began at a restaurant in Cetinje, where Martinovic killed four people before moving on to three other locations, resulting in the deaths of six more individuals.
“When he saw that he was in a hopeless situation, he attempted suicide. He did not succumb to his injuries on the spot, but during the transport to hospital,” Saranovic told Montenegro’s state broadcaster, RTCG.
National Mourning Declared
Montenegrin Prime Minister Milojko Spajic described the incident as a “terrible tragedy” and declared three days of national mourning. President Jakov Milatovic expressed his horror at the attack, stating, “We are praying and hoping for the recovery of the wounded”.
Gun Culture and Legal Implications
Despite strict gun laws, Montenegro and the Western Balkans remain awash with weapons, many dating back to the wars of the 1990s. Authorities are now considering tightening criteria for owning and carrying firearms, including the possibility of a complete ban on weapons.
Community Impact and Response
The small town of Cetinje, known for its deep-rooted gun culture, has been left reeling from the tragedy. Special police and anti-terrorist units were deployed to the area, urging residents to remain indoors as they searched for the suspect. The incident has sparked a national conversation about gun control and public safety.
This senseless act of violence has left an indelible mark on the community of Cetinje and the nation of Montenegro. As the country mourns the loss of innocent lives, the government is faced with the challenge of addressing the underlying issues that contribute to such tragedies.
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