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A controversial and reportedly illegal police raid on the Belgrade University Rectorate last week, marked by procedural errors and political undertones, has stirred public debate and highlighted fears among prosecutors and judges, with almost no professional judicial associations reacting to the incident.
An incident at the Belgrade University Rectorate is being interpreted by critics as proof that the system is functioning, but not in favor of the citizens, highlighting perceived failures of the government to uphold law and order.
The raid by the Criminal Police Directorate (UKP) on the Rectorate of the University of Belgrade has drawn strong criticism, with the Dean of the Faculty of Chemistry calling it a continuation of attacks on the University and opponents arguing it proves the authorities' intent to destroy the institution and are willing to use force and abuse police powers to do so.
The Rectorate of the University of Belgrade was searched for several hours, and Rector Vladan Đokić was questioned amidst accusations from authorities linking student blockades and the rector to a student's death, with other state universities remaining silent.
The Rector of the University of Belgrade addressed protesters outside the Rectorate building while a search was underway inside, with multiple clashes occurring between police and demonstrators who gathered due to the police search of the Rector.
Students, citizens, and bikers gathered in front of the Belgrade University Rectorate for 16 minutes of silence to honor the victims of the canopy collapse at Novi Sad Railway Station on November 1, 2024.
Members of the Criminal Police Administration have entered the Rectorate of the University of Belgrade as part of a comprehensive investigation into the death of a 25-year-old student and potential irregularities.