Minor from Tetovo admits posting video burning Macedonian flag; aided by three friends
Police say the juvenile confessed and investigators will forward the case to the Basic Public Prosecutor's Office in Tetovo after documenting the evidence.
A minor from Tetovo has admitted to police that he posted a video showing the burning of the Macedonian flag, and investigators say three friends assisted him in the act. The case was registered by local authorities and is now under formal scrutiny.
Police say criminal procedure moving forward
According to the police account, the juvenile was questioned after the footage circulated online and accepted involvement in the incident. Authorities confirm that three other youths helped carry out the act, though they have not released their names or ages.
Investigators are gathering evidence and compiling the case file. Once the documentation is complete, law enforcement officials will forward a formal submission to the Basic Public Prosecutor's Office in Tetovo for further action.
No charges have been announced publicly yet, and the police declined to provide additional operational details while the probe continues. The investigation will determine whether criminal responsibility is pursued and how the involvement of minors affects possible procedures.
The incident was first reported on 24 September, 2026. Local community leaders and civil groups have expressed concern about the video and its potential to stir tensions, and authorities say they are monitoring related online activity.
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