Physical attack against journalists, Leposaviq, 30.05.2023

AJK •︎ 30/05/2023

Physical attack against journalists, Leposaviq, 30.05.2023

Translations: Pristina 

  • Case info

  • Personal info

  • Regional center
    Pristina
  • Who was attacked?
    Group

  • Media outlet

  • Type of media platform
    Radio
  • Source of information about the incident
    KOHA

  • Incident Data

  • Date of incident
    30.05.2023
  • City
    Leposaviq
  • Perpetrator(s)
    Not known
  • Attacked by
    (ordinary) citizens
  • Type of incident
    Actual attacks on journalists

  • Action by the authorities

  • Action taken by the journalists' association

  • Was journalist's association informed by the journalists directly?
    Yes

A few moments ago, journalists from various media outlets were attacked by Serbian protesters in the Municipality of Leposaviq.

In a live broadcast, several women can be seen attempting to obstruct reporters from RTV Dukagjini, KOHA, and other media outlets from reporting live from this municipality.

The Association of Journalists of Kosovo immediately contacted the Kosovo Police to ensure a safe perimeter for our colleagues’ reporting.

AJK urges all colleagues to respect the instructions given by the officials of the Kosovo Police who are present there and to exercise extra precaution during reporting.