Bosnian Police Officer Dies by Suicide Following Raid

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A Bosnian police officer died by suicide Wednesday after authorities searched his office during a multi-city anti-trafficking operation, officials and local media reported.

The State Investigation and Protection Agency (SIPA) stated Thursday the suspect suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound during raids across Sarajevo, Doboj, and Bratunac targeting an organized crime network involved in arms and drug trafficking.Local investigative outlet Istraga identified the suspect as a Sarajevo Canton police officer who shot himself inside the Ilijaš police station following the search, saying he…

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Primary source: OCCRP · September 24, 2026

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