In today’s USKOK operation, former mayor of Pag, Ante Fabijanić, who was an HDZ candidate in local elections, was arrested. Fabijanić was reported to have been persuading voters outside the polling station. Investigations revealed that Fabijanić was involved in rigging contracts for a municipal company, bypassing public procurement and favoring connected companies. The arrest is part of a broader corruption investigation in the Zadar and Zagreb regions. USKOK continues the investigation and will timely inform the public.
Political Perspectives:
Left: Left-leaning outlets emphasize the systemic corruption and abuse of power by political figures like Ante Fabijanić, highlighting the need for transparency and accountability in local government. They focus on the impact of corruption on public trust and the importance of anti-corruption agencies like USKOK.
Center: Centrist sources report the facts of the arrest and investigation, providing balanced coverage of the events without strong editorializing. They focus on the legal process and the ongoing investigation, emphasizing the rule of law and due process.
Right: Right-leaning media may emphasize the political context, possibly framing the arrest as a politically motivated action or focusing on the candidate’s affiliation with HDZ. They might highlight the candidate’s previous public service and question the timing or motives behind the investigation.
