A tragic shooting incident in Montenegro has resulted in multiple fatalities, shaking the small Balkan nation.
Incident Overview
In the town of Cetinje, a 45-year-old gunman went on a rampage, killing 12 people, including two children, before dying from self-inflicted wounds.
Sequence of Events
The attack began following a bar brawl, with the shooter targeting the bar owner, the owner’s children, his own family members, and others at various locations. Police eventually surrounded him, leading to his suicide.
Community Impact
This marks the second such incident in Cetinje within three years, following a similar mass shooting in August 2022. The government has declared three days of national mourning and canceled New Year’s festivities.
Government Response
Prime Minister Milojko Spajić has highlighted the potential for stricter gun control measures as the nation grapples with the grief and shock from this senseless violence.
