Hell on Šibenik Beach: Young Men Attacked, Insulted, and Threatened with Metal Rods!
Imagine going to the beach for a refreshing swim, only to be met with pure hell! That’s exactly what happened to a group of young men near Grebaštica in Šibenik. Instead of peaceful swimming, they faced threats, insults, and wild swings of a metal rod! Yes, you read that right – a metal rod! The entire incident was caught on a mobile phone camera, showing one man wildly swinging the rod while another drenched the young men’s belongings with a garden hose.
These older men claimed they were on their private beach, even though Croatian law states that all beaches and the sea coast are public property, accessible to everyone! There’s no room for arrogance and privatization of public spaces, but apparently, some don’t get it. The young men were called “Chetniks” and insulted, and the police were not called because the men withdrew on their own shortly after.
Šparadići, the part of the coast near Grebaštica, is almost entirely occupied by concrete piers and developed beaches, with almost no natural rocks left. Still, there were no signs or access restrictions, nor any proof of concession. So what’s going on here? Arrogance? Ignorance? Or something else?
This incident is not just funny and sad, but it sadly highlights how problematic the state of Croatia’s coastlines is. Homeowners along the coast have no right to restrict access to beaches unless they have a valid concession, and even then, they must allow access according to the law.
Will we allow public spaces to turn into private fortresses? Will someone finally address this problem? Or will we keep watching arrogance and violence grow while the law remains a dead letter?
If you ever thought the beach was a place for rest and enjoyment, think again. At least in Šibenik, it’s not. What do you think? Is this just a local incident or a symptom of a bigger problem? Drop a comment, let’s see how many of us are still pissed off about this!
Law vs Reality: Who’s the Boss on the Beach?
According to Croatian law on maritime property, all beaches, piers, and sea coasts belong to the state and are accessible to all citizens. Homeowners on the coast have no right to restrict access to beaches unless they have a valid concession. Even then, they must allow access according to the law.
In the Šparadići case, there were no signs or access restrictions, nor any proof of concession. Yet, the older men acted as if it was their private territory, insulting and attacking the young men.
Such behavior is not only rude but illegal. But where is the authorities’ reaction? Why didn’t the police respond? Is this an example of justice not being applied equally to everyone?
What’s Behind the Insults and Violence?
The young men were called “Chetniks” – a term loaded with heavy historical connotations and often used as an insult in the region. Why? Is this just another example of how old conflicts and intolerance spill into everyday life?
Threats, insults, and violence in public places are unacceptable in any society. But when it happens where people should relax and enjoy themselves, it becomes an even bigger problem.
Is this just an incident or a sign that society still carries the burden of the past? And how do we deal with such behavior?
Conclusion: Beaches for Everyone, Not the Arrogant!
Šparadići and other beaches in Croatia are public property. All citizens have the right to use them freely. Arrogance, violence, and insults must not be part of that experience.
This incident in Šibenik is a warning. If no action is taken, such scenes could become everyday occurrences. And nobody wants that.
So next time you head to the beach, remember – it’s a place for everyone, not for those who think they can rule with metal rods and insults.
Now, are you for peace on the beaches or metal rods? Write what you think, let’s see who’s on which side!
This text is based on on-site reports and legal regulations, with no fabrications. If you thought beaches were just for sunbathing, think again.
