Iron Kerum has been arrested.

N1 HrvatskaIndependentCenter2 hr. ago

Former Split mayor and leader of the Croatian Civic Party (HGS), Željko Kerum, was arrested on Wednesday evening in Velika Luka on Korčula. The arrest, reported through unofficial channels close to the police, is linked to allegations involving the illegal construction of a pršut house in Kaštel Štafilić and the legalization of the structure. Kerum was at a concert commemorating the late Oliver Dragojević with family members when he was detained. His nephew Igor Sapunar and colleague Tomislav Režić were also arrested, while Andrija Polić remains at large. The Public Prosecutor’s Office (PNUSKOK) confirmed the arrests were carried out under the order of the State Prosecutors' Office (USKOK) as part of investigations into potential corruption offenses. Splitska gradska uprava postponed a public appearance by Mayor Tomislav Šuta, who stated that Kerum is not involved in municipal affairs and emphasized cooperation with the city council.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the arrest of a prominent political figure without overtly endorsing or criticizing any particular political stance. It reports on the actions of law enforcement and includes statements from both the mayor and Kerum's lawyer, maintaining a balanced tone

Večernji listIndependentProgressive3 hr. ago

Former Split mayor and leader of the Croatian Civic Party Željko Kerum was arrested early Monday in Velika Luka during a concert honoring Oliver Dragojević. He was taken into interrogation in Split. His business associates and family members were also detained. Official information remains pending, but reports suggest the arrest relates to a controversial legalization of buildings in Kastela, specifically his Pršut cottage. Kerum had previously warned on Facebook that such action could occur, accusing Telegram journalist Denis Mahmutović of instructing various institutions to investigate and revoke the legalization of Kastela properties and remove the parking lot in Rogoznica. Kerum claims he acted legally, stating that the buildings had construction permits before the war and that any violations would be covered by law. He denies causing harm to anyone and calls the situation politically motivated persecution.

Bias read (Progressive): The article frames Kerum's actions as politically motivated persecution, emphasizing his accusations against journalists and institutional actors. The narrative suggests a broader political conflict, particularly highlighting the role of media and state institutions in targeting him. While Kerum's '