Franković: There isn't a single institution where at least 10% of the people aren't using cocaine

Dnevnik.hrIndependentCenterNov 4

Dubrovnik Mayor Mato Franković made controversial statements alleging widespread cocaine consumption within Croatian institutions, which sparked significant public debate. In response to these remarks, the State Prosecutor's Office has initiated proceedings against him. The article notes that the mayor's comments regarding drug use in state bodies triggered intense reactions across society. Consequently, legal authorities have moved to address the potential implications of his public declarations.

Bias read (Center): The report neutrally states the mayor's allegations and the prosecutor's subsequent action without using loaded language or taking a side on the validity of the claims.

HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija)State / PublicProgressiveOct 31

Dubrovnik Mayor Mato Franković stated during a city council meeting that cocaine consumption is widespread across Croatia, claiming that at least 10 percent of individuals in any state institution use the drug. He argued that the issue extends beyond Dubrovnik to other major cities such as Split, Zadar, and Zagreb, noting that demand has increased following a strong tourism season. Franković suggested that all politicians should undergo drug testing to reveal the extent of the problem, asserting that he was previously mocked by national and local media for raising these concerns last year. He contrasted his earlier warnings with recent statements by European parliamentarians who have identified massive cocaine flows into Europe as a critical issue.

Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the mayor’s claims through a lens of vindication against hostile media, emphasizing his prior dismissal to support his narrative rather than providing independent verification of the unverified statistical claims.