Crossbow Attack at Israeli Embassy in Belgrade: Officer Shot in Neck
In a stunning assault outside the Israeli embassy in Belgrade, a crossbow-wielding attacker fired an arrow at a police guard, striking him in the neck. The quick-thinking officer managed to shoot back, killing the assailant on the spot.
Deadly Incident Unfolds at Embassy
Interior Minister Ivica Dacic revealed chilling details: the attacker repeatedly approached the embassy’s guardhouse pretending to ask for directions to a nearby museum. Without warning, he pulled out a crossbow and fired at the officer. Despite his injury, the officer returned fire several times, fatally wounding the attacker.
Investigation Underway as Terrorism Fears Grow
Authorities are racing to identify the attacker. Dacic called it a “terrorist attack against Serbia” and stressed the importance of uncovering any motives. Police arrested one suspect near the scene and are exploring links to foreign terror groups. Sources suggest the individuals involved could already be on security services’ radars.
Officer Stable After Emergency Surgery
The wounded cop was conscious when rushed to Belgrade’s main hospital. Surgeons successfully removed the arrow lodged in his neck, and officials report he is now in stable condition.
High Alert at Israeli Embassy Amid Regional Tensions
The Israeli embassy, located near the US diplomatic mission in an upscale district, is protected by an elite police unit armed with automatic weapons. This heightened security comes as Israel’s invasion of Gaza fuels global unrest.
Official Reactions: Crackdown Vowed
The Israeli Foreign Ministry confirmed the embassy remains closed but no staff were harmed. Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vucic visited the injured officer and promised a tough crackdown on terrorism. “We will have no mercy for terrorism in Serbia,” he declared. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Milos Vucevic condemned the attack as the work of an individual, stressing it does not represent any religion or nation, and reassured citizens their safety is paramount.
