Chaos at Mostar’s Old Bridge: Swiss Man Jumps Without Permission, Kids in Boats, and Locals Beat Him Up!
Have you ever thought that one jump off Mostar’s Old Bridge could cause total chaos? Well, it did! Luca Bont, a Swiss adventurer known for high-altitude jumps, decided to ignore the rules and jump off the bridge without prior training or permission. The result? A jump that could have cost the lives of children in boats below and a physical attack by locals.
Rules Exist, But Who Follows Them?
Lorens Listo, president of the Old Bridge diving club, clearly stated that no one can jump alone without training. First, you must complete training at heights of 5, 10, and 15 meters, then you get permission to jump from the Old Bridge. Luca Bont refused to undergo training but jumped anyway, fully dressed—in a t-shirt, jeans, and sneakers—so no one would realize his plan.
Alcohol and Recklessness – A Deadly Combo
Before the jump, Bont was drinking alcohol with friends in a Mostar café. He was under the influence, which increased the risk. Below the bridge were boats carrying children under five years old! With less luck, he could have killed those kids. The divers warned him, but he refused to stop.
Locals Didn’t Stay Silent
After the jump, local swimmers and divers verbally and physically attacked him. Luca received several blows, but no one approved of the violence. Lorens Listo intervened and stopped further violence, understanding that Bont made a serious mistake but that beating him up was not the answer.
Not the First Time Tourists Cause Trouble
This is not an isolated case. Incidents happen daily with tourists jumping without permission and training. The diving club regularly rescues one or two tourists from the water due to irresponsible behavior. Four tourists jumped last year after training, and none were injured.
What Do the Authorities Say?
There is a sign in English on the bridge clearly forbidding unauthorized jumps. However, police presence is minimal, often only one officer on site, mostly dealing with pickpockets and beggars. The diving club president believes increased police control and heavy fines are the only solutions to such incidents.
Conclusion: Danger and Chaos Due to Irresponsible Tourists
Luca Bont is now known in Bosnia and Herzegovina, but not for good reasons. His reckless jump could have cost innocent children their lives and caused violence no one wants to see. This is a warning to anyone thinking they can play with the dangers of the Old Bridge without respecting the rules.
If you thought jumping off the Old Bridge was just fun, think again! And you, dear readers, what do you think about this chaos? Did the locals overreact, or was this the only option? Drop a comment and let’s see who’s for or against such unauthorized adventures!**
