Former Interior Minister Çavkov Released from Prison Following Sentencing
Former Macedonian Interior Minister Mitko Çavkov was conditionally released from the Stip Prison today, according to Director Dejan Zdravkov. The release occurred at approximately 10:00 AM. Çavkov has been serving a prison sentence related to the events of April 27, 2017, commonly known as the “April 27th” case.
He was sentenced to 18 years in prison following a terrorism conviction stemming from the incidents surrounding the Macedonian Parliament. The sentencing followed a lengthy legal process initiated after the events of April 27th, 2017. The investigation centered on the clashes that occurred during a political protest outside the Parliament building.
Following his release, Çavkov is subject to ongoing judicial supervision as part of his conditional sentence. Further details regarding the specific conditions of his release are expected to be announced by the relevant authorities. The Stip Prison director confirmed the standard procedures were followed for Çavkov’s departure.
This marks a significant development in the case, which has garnered considerable attention within North Macedonia.
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