20 Aug 2024 | 03:34 PM UTC
North Macedonia: Heightened security likely in parts of Skopje Aug. 20 following earlier shooting
Increased security likely in Skopje, North Macedonia, Aug. 20 following earlier shooting. One person dead; two arrested. Disruptions likely.
Police will likely maintain heightened security in parts of Skopje late Aug. 20 following an earlier shooting. Authorities stated that three suspects shot and killed a lawyer outside the Mavrovka shopping center on Boulevard Krste Petkov Misirkov in the late morning before fleeing in a car. Police deployed additional forces to the surrounding Cair Municipality, and two suspects were then apprehended following a shootout with police. Security cordons likely remain in place around the area of both shootings. A third suspect remains at large.
Authorities state security measures may be increased in additional parts of the city to facilitate the police response; checkpoints, security cordons, or road closures may be implemented. Officials will likely provide updates over the coming hours. Any security measures will likely prompt localized travel disruptions.
Avoid the incident sites until authorities give the all-clear and vacate the vicinity. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and any disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
