“We are Serbian police, we do what we want”

In recent weeks, Collective Aid has witnessed regular taxi stop-and-searches. These often take place on the outskirts of Subotica on the way to the Serbian-Hungarian border and living sites. They even occur at the entrance of Subotica’s reception centre. We have received reports recently that people on the move are being stolen from taxis by the Serbian police conducting these stop-and-searches.

Collective AidAugust 3, 2023subotica, serbia, evictions, police, Police Violence

Serbia’s Escalating Campaign of Evictions

In the months of April and May, Collective Aid saw 28 reported evictions in the region. However, since June, there has been an increase in violent evictions across the northern Serbian border, which leads to personal property being destroyed and psychologically and physically harming people on the move.

Collective AidJuly 25, 2023Subotica, Serbia, Evictions, Police Violence, living sites, deterrent methods

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