What happened: After breaking the windshield of the Seat Lean vehicle belonging to the SDSM MP Shumanska
in Vinica, unknown perpetrator(s) set it on fire, thereby causing material damage. The police and PPPO went to
the crime scene, collecting evidence to conduct forensic analysis. MoI has taken measures and activities to fully
clarify the case.
Date, time and location of the incident: 15 March, 01:30 h, in Vinica.
Source of information: electronic media outlet: sdk.mk
Victim(s) involved: MP Shumanska
Type of crime(s): Damage of Objects of Others (Article 243, CC), Causing general danger (Article 288, CC).
Perpetrator(s): unknown perpetrator
Brief description of the event with bias indicators: In this incident the bias motive is political affiliation or
political convictions, and the bias indicators are:
1. Pattern of previous incidents – This incident is one in the series of incidents against members or supporters
of political parties or former and acting officials.
Status of the case: Unknown.
Response of the local authorities: MoI’s response to the request for information states that PPO has been
informed and they are working to solve the case.
Impact on the victims and the community: These types of incidents call into question the safety in the
country in general.
