A fire in Ulcinj caused a staggering €2.2 million in damage — all because one man carelessly flicked a cigarette butt! Yes, you read that right. L.H., a 38-year-old from Kosovo, tossed his cigarette just before entering a shopping center in Ulcinjsko Polje, sparking a blaze that engulfed the mall and damaged nearby properties.
The police acted fast, identified, and arrested the suspect. The prosecutor immediately ordered criminal charges and detention. An investigation confirmed the fire was caused by human negligence. The damage? Around €2 million to the shopping center itself, plus a nearby family house and a special concrete pump vehicle also suffered damage.
This incident is a loud wake-up call: in times of high temperatures and prolonged drought, the smallest carelessness can lead to disaster. Police urge citizens to be extra cautious and responsible — lives, property, and the environment are at stake.
So next time you flick that cigarette butt, remember Ulcinj and the €2.2 million price tag! What do you think — is the punishment for such negligence enough? Or should we make fire safety courses mandatory for all smokers? Drop your thoughts below, maybe together we can stop these dumb mistakes!
