In the early hours of Friday, a suspected explosion damaged a cash machine located near a local shop in Log pri Brezovici, Slovenia. The incident occurred around 4 a.m., causing significant structural damage to the building housing both the shop and the nearby post office. Witnesses described hearing a loud noise before seeing any smoke or fire. By morning, residents discovered the extent of the destruction, with broken glass and visible signs of damage to the walls of the shop, the post office, and even the adjacent clinic. Police were alerted around 4 a.m. and confirmed that an unknown perpetrator had used an explosive device to damage the ATM. The exact cause and motive remain under investigation. Preliminary reports suggest the damage could exceed several thousand euros in material losses. The area, known locally as “Mole,” has been largely deserted since the incident, with no immediate signs of life or activity. Local authorities have begun a thorough inspection of the site, involving forensic experts, police photographers, and other investigators. They are collecting all available information regarding the circumstances of the crime. Security cameras installed both inside the building and along surrounding roads are being reviewed as part of this effort. Residents expressed concern over the potential long-term impact on local services, particularly given the need for repairs to the damaged structures. One resident noted that similar incidents had occurred in neighboring towns, such as Brezovica, where banks opted to simply repair the wall rather than reinstall ATMs. Meanwhile, another case involving a suspect linked to multiple thefts in Istria has come to light. A 37-year-old Slovenian citizen was arrested in Ičići, Croatia, after being stopped during a routine traffic check. He was driving a vehicle with Slovenian license plates and did not possess a valid driver’s license. Authorities found several stolen items in his car, which will be returned to affected businesses. The individual was detained and taken to the police station in Opatija, where he received a fine of €1,320 for traffic violations and was banned from operating vehicles in Croatia for six months. Due to allegations of committing multiple crimes, including thefts in shops throughout Istria, he was transferred for further criminal investigation at the police headquarters in Pulj, Istria. This arrest follows a series of reported thefts and vandalism incidents across Slovenia and Croatia. In the vicinity of Areha, a Kubota tractor was stolen, resulting in damages estimated at approximately €40,000. In Ptuj, a break-in occurred at a commercial space, leading to the theft of tobacco products and alcoholic beverages, with damages totaling around €5,500. Additional damage was reported in the area of Rač, where water pollution and fish deaths were documented. These incidents highlight ongoing concerns about organized criminal activity in the region, prompting increased police presence and investigative efforts. Another incident took place in the village of Grgar, where a cold storage unit was stolen from outside a store. The thief managed to remove the unit during early morning hours and disappeared without a trace. The business owner suffered damages of approximately €1,000, and the police have launched an investigation into the circumstances of the theft. Meanwhile, in Slovenske Konjice, a truck driver allegedly stole approximately 500 liters of fuel from a parked vehicle and continued stealing additional equipment, including winches, chains, and tools. The police are still searching for the unidentified perpetrator. In a separate incident, a 20-year-old worker was seriously injured while working on a steep forest slope near Idrija. During tree felling operations, a fallen tree struck him, causing severe injuries. Emergency responders, including mountain rescue teams and medical personnel, arrived quickly and transported the victim via helicopter to a hospital in Ljubljana for treatment. The incident prompted an official report to the relevant judicial authorities and labor inspectorate. Elsewhere, a traffic accident occurred on the main road between Kobarid and Tolmin, involving a car and a motorcycle. A 74-year-old woman lost control of her vehicle and failed to yield to a 52-year-old motorcyclist from Serbia, resulting in a collision. The motorcyclist sustained minor injuries, while the woman remained unharmed. The driver was issued a financial penalty. Additionally, a suspicious person damaged the entrance door of an apartment in Šempetrij near Gorica, causing approximately €100 in damage. In another case, thieves broke into a Dacia Duster parked at the Kluže fortress, stealing cash, documents, and personal belongings worth around €1,000.
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