Police authorities from the Mobile Unit, operating within the Traffic Issues Sector at MPB, detained a driver in the village of Çellopek in Tetovo on August 5, 2026. The detention followed an incident that occurred on the Skopje-Veles highway on August 2, 2026, at approximately 19:20. The individual, identified as M.Sh., aged 39, was apprehended after operating a ‘Golf’ passenger vehicle bearing Tetovo license plates in the wrong direction.
The incident was witnessed by multiple individuals, who subsequently documented the event and shared photographic evidence across social media platforms. Following the documentation of the dangerous driving behavior, authorities confirmed that a formal criminal complaint will be lodged against M.Sh. The charges are based on Article 297-a of the Penal Code, citing careless driving.
Subsequently, the driver was transferred to the competent public prosecutor’s office for further proceedings. The police issued a public appeal to all road users, emphasizing the necessity of strict adherence to established traffic rules and regulations to ensure public safety. The incident highlights the serious risks posed by operating a vehicle in the wrong direction, particularly on major thoroughfares connecting regions like Tetovo to Skopje and Veles.
Authorities stressed that such disregard for traffic laws warrants immediate and severe legal action.
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