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[PHOTO] 99 illegal immigrants hid in a wheat truck
Slovenia🏛️ PoliticsCenter10 days ago

[PHOTO] 99 illegal immigrants hid in a wheat truck

On Wednesday, August 12, police in Novo mesto arrested 197 foreigners who had illegally entered Slovenia, along with two smugglers. Early in the morning, a citizen reported seeing a group of people exiting a truck near Drnova while the driver continued driving. Police stopped the truck registered in Serbia, which was carrying wheat, and arrested the 37-year-old Serbian driver. They then discovered 69 Bangladeshis, 28 Pakistanis, and one citizen each from Ghana and Nepal in the wider area of Drnova. The smugglers were placed under investigation by a prosecutor. The illegal migrants expressed their intention to request international protection. Later in the afternoon, another citizen reported suspicious behavior by a truck driver near Jesenice, leading to the arrest of a 27-year-old Slovak citizen who was transporting 27 foreigners, including 25 Egyptians and one each from Turkey and Russia. In addition to these two major cases, police apprehended 71 more individuals who had crossed the border illegally, including 66 in Posavje, five Moroccans in Miliči near Črnomlje, and others in areas around Brežice. Police thanked citizens for their reports and urged them to continue reporting可疑的

On Tuesday, August 10, 2026, shortly before seven in the morning, a local resident alerted police to an unusual sight near Drnovo. Several individuals had exited a freight truck, while the driver continued driving away. Police quickly responded, dispatching multiple patrols. Officers from the police station for emergency measures in Obrežje located the truck with Serbian license plates, loaded with wheat, and stopped it. A 37-year-old man from Serbia was detained and arrested, and the vehicle was seized. Further investigation revealed 100 foreign nationals hidden inside the truck: 69 citizens of Bangladesh, 28 from Pakistan, one from Ghana, and one from Nepal. These individuals, who were illegally entering Slovenia, expressed their intention to apply for international protection. The 37-year-old will be brought before a judicial officer for criminal proceedings related to the alleged crime of unauthorized entry into the territory of another state. Later that day, around five minutes past five in the evening, another resident called the police, reporting suspicious behavior by a truck driver near Jesenice. Police officers from the police station for emergency measures in Novo Mesto followed the description and stopped the vehicle on Drnovo. At the wheel was a 27-year-old citizen of Slovakia, transporting 27 foreigners. Among them were 25 Egyptians, one Turkish citizen, and one Russian citizen. The police have not yet concluded their procedures with these individuals, and the 27-year-old has been detained and arrested. The truck was also seized. He will be brought before a judicial officer for criminal proceedings related to the alleged crime of unauthorized crossing of the border or territory of another state. The police thanked both residents for their prompt reports, which contributed significantly to the successful resolution of both cases. They also urged the public to immediately inform them of any suspicious circumstances in the future. In addition to these two major incidents, police officers handled further cases involving additional 71 undocumented migrants who had crossed the border illegally. In Posavje, 66 of them were apprehended, and in Miliče near Črnomlje, five Moroccans were also detained. Across the broader area of the police station in Brežice, covering Dobova, Obrežje, Rigonce, and surrounding villages, policemen arrested 29 Bangladeshis, 16 Afghans, 8 Pakistanis, and citizens of Sudan, India, Morocco, and other countries. The police emphasized the importance of community vigilance and cooperation in identifying and addressing such illegal activities. They reiterated their commitment to maintaining security and order, ensuring that all individuals entering the country do so through legal channels. The ongoing investigations into these cases are expected to provide more detailed information regarding the motives and backgrounds of the individuals involved. As the authorities continue their efforts, they remain focused on preventing similar incidents and reinforcing the integrity of Slovenia’s borders.

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Večer logoVečerIndependent🔒CenterFactual 95Objective 9010 days ago
Nearly a hundred foreigners were hidden in a wheat truck. Another smuggler was caught with a van full of wheat.

On August 13, 2026, two incidents involving illegal border crossings were reported in Slovenia. In the first case, a Serbian truck driver was stopped by police near Drnovo after exiting a tractor-trailer loaded with wheat. The driver, a 37-year-old Serbian citizen, was detained and accused of illegally crossing the border. During the search, 100 foreign nationals were discovered: 69 Bangladeshis, 28 Pakistanis, and one each from Ghana and Nepal. These individuals had expressed intent to apply for international protection. In the second incident, a Slovak driver was stopped near Jesenice after being reported for suspected people smuggling. The 27-year-old driver was detained along with 27 foreigners, including 25 Egyptians and one each from Turkey and Russia. Both cases highlight ongoing concerns about unauthorized immigration and cross-border activities.

Bias read (Center): The article presents both incidents in a balanced manner, focusing on factual reporting without overtly criticizing or praising any political stance. It reports on law enforcement actions and the legal consequences without taking a clear ideological position. The emphasis is on the procedural aspect

Why factuality (95): The article provides specific details such as the time (around 7 AM), location (Drnova area), and nationalities of those involved (Bangladeshis, Pakistanis, etc.). These align closely with the cross-source consensus found in other articles. The only minor discrepancy is the mention of 'drugi tihotap

Why objectivity (90): The article maintains a neutral tone throughout, presenting facts without emotional language or overt bias. It reports events objectively, using standard journalistic phrasing and avoiding any clear stance on the individuals involved.

Nova24TV logoNova24TVParty-alignedCenterFactual 90Objective 8510 days ago
[PHOTO] 99 illegal immigrants hid in a wheat truck

On Wednesday, August 12, police in Novo mesto arrested 197 foreigners who had illegally entered Slovenia, along with two smugglers. Early in the morning, a citizen reported seeing a group of people exiting a truck near Drnova while the driver continued driving. Police stopped the truck registered in Serbia, which was carrying wheat, and arrested the 37-year-old Serbian driver. They then discovered 69 Bangladeshis, 28 Pakistanis, and one citizen each from Ghana and Nepal in the wider area of Drnova. The smugglers were placed under investigation by a prosecutor. The illegal migrants expressed their intention to request international protection. Later in the afternoon, another citizen reported suspicious behavior by a truck driver near Jesenice, leading to the arrest of a 27-year-old Slovak citizen who was transporting 27 foreigners, including 25 Egyptians and one each from Turkey and Russia. In addition to these two major cases, police apprehended 71 more individuals who had crossed the border illegally, including 66 in Posavje, five Moroccans in Miliči near Črnomlje, and others in areas around Brežice. Police thanked citizens for their reports and urged them to continue reporting可疑的

Bias read (Center): The article provides a factual account of law enforcement actions against illegal immigration without overtly favoring any political perspective. It includes details about the number of individuals detained, the locations involved, and the involvement of local citizens in reporting suspicious活动. No

Why factuality (90): The article contains some inaccuracies, particularly in stating that 197 migrants were apprehended, whereas other sources indicate around 100 in total. Additionally, it mentions a third incident involving 71 additional migrants, which is not mentioned elsewhere. These discrepancies reduce the factua

Why objectivity (85): While the article attempts to remain neutral, it uses more emotionally charged language compared to others, such as referring to the migrants as 'illegal migrants.' This slight framing may introduce a subtle bias, reducing the objectivity score.

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