Montenegro Mourns: Rampage in Cetinje Leaves Nation Shocked
A gunman in Montenegro killed at least 10 people in one of the country's deadliest mass shootings. The suspect, Aleksandar Martinovic, fled the scene, prompting searches by police using drones and special units. The incident led to a national period of mourning and discussions on gun control.
A deadly attack in Montenegro's small town of Cetinje has left at least 10 people dead, in what is described as one of the most harrowing mass shootings in the nation's recent history, authorities reported.
The perpetrator, identified as 45-year-old Aleksandar Martinovic, targeted multiple locations, leaving a trail of devastation, according to police sources. Following the shootings, special police and anti-terror units launched a manhunt, utilizing drones to locate the suspect.
Authorities have called for a period of national mourning, reflecting on the implications of this tragedy and considering stricter gun control regulations amidst a nation with an entrenched gun culture from past conflicts. PM Milojko Spajic emphasized the need for action, including potential firearm bans.
(With inputs from agencies.)