Serbia detains police officers over alleged use of force against protesters

Serbian authorities have detained ten police officers for allegedly using excessive force against detainees during anti-corruption protests in 2025. The protests erupted after a tragic incident in Novi Sad, leading to the fall of the ruling Serbian Progressive Party. The detained officers are accused of torturing and intimidating detainees in a government garage. This marks the first significant arrests related to police violence during the protests, which saw widespread accusations of excessive force and political repression against the government. Activists and opposition figures continue to criticize the administration for corruption and violence.