Welcome to the world of Montenegrin scandals where former police official Duško Koprivica and his family run a dirty money laundering scheme worth nearly one million euros! Yes, you read that right – nearly ONE MILLION euros of dirty money that, according to the Special State Prosecutor’s Office indictment, passed through their hands. But that’s not all – the case involves members of criminal clans, luxury real estate, frozen assets, yachts, planes, and limousines worth tens of thousands of euros. All while ordinary citizens wait for medicines and struggle with everyday problems.
Money Laundering and Criminal Links
Duško Koprivica, once a high-ranking police official, now accused of money laundering, is not alone in this dirty story. His wife Radosava, son Strahinja, and son-in-law Duško Roganović, known as a member of the Kavač criminal clan, are all involved in a network of drug, cigarette smuggling, and extortion. Chats from the protected Sky app reveal they weekly transported truckloads of cigarettes across borders, and their assets have been frozen in Nikšić, Podgorica, Herceg Novi, and other places.
Luxury at the Expense of the People
While the accused engage in these criminal activities, the state spends millions on luxury limousines, yachts, and even a 25 million euro plane! The procurement of 30 new official vehicles for state bodies is estimated at nearly one million euros, including luxury cars for institutes and ministries. The Montenegrin Parliament alone spent nearly 200 thousand euros on new limousines last year, with a total fleet of 37 vehicles.
Public Enterprises and Corruption
Elektroprivreda Crne Gore (EPCG), the largest state-owned company, recorded a profit drop of nearly 70 million euros in one year, while millions are spent on salaries, allowances, and investments that are often questionable and lack clear rules. Employees claim some party cadres receive extra money outside working hours, and misuse of official vehicles is an open secret.
Where is Justice?
While the wealthy elite and criminals get richer, ordinary Montenegrin citizens wonder where justice is and when someone will stop this state robbery. Will the court finally expose all these shady deals or will everything remain just on paper?
Conclusion
Montenegro stands at a crossroads – between corruption, crime, and brazen spending of public money, and the fight for justice and transparency. This story is not just about one family or one company, but about a system that allows such things to happen. If you have an opinion on this, or have seen similar stories, drop a comment below – maybe together we can shed light on this dark side of Montenegrin reality!
