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Tragedy in Serbia Arrests Made Following Fatal Roof Collapse at Railway Station
Authorities in Serbia have arrested 11 individuals in connection with a catastrophic roof collapse at a railway station in Novi Sad earlier this month. The tragedy, which occurred on November 1, claimed 15 lives and left three others injured, one of whom succumbed to their injuries days later.
The incident involved the collapse of the concrete awning of the station's roof, which had recently undergone renovation. The scale of the disaster has prompted widespread public outrage and protests across the country, with citizens and opposition leaders pointing to government corruption and nepotism as the root causes of the substandard construction.
The wave of protests has brought to light broader concerns regarding infrastructure quality and accountability in public projects. Demonstrators argue that the disaster underscores systemic issues within governance and demand justice for the victims.
While prosecutors in Novi Sad have initiated legal action against those allegedly responsible, the tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of mismanagement and negligence. The ongoing investigation will likely continue to unfold in the weeks ahead, with many in Serbia calling for reforms to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The collapse has not only resulted in a significant loss of life but also ignited a national conversation about safety, transparency, and the role of accountability in public administration.
