Police Arrest Organized Crime Figure in Montenegro’s Zeta Region

Police in Zeta, Montenegro, apprehended **Aleksandar Vukićević**, a 37-year-old member of an organized crime group, on the evening of March 15, 2024. Vukićević was wanted under an international warrant for his involvement in criminal associations linked to the **Kavać clan**. This operation followed several months of meticulous planning and investigation by law enforcement.

According to a statement from the **Administration of Police**, the arrest was the result of targeted efforts by the Podgorica Security Department and the Sector for the Fight Against Crime. The authorities executed a tactically precise operation to capture Vukićević, who had been deemed operationally significant in ongoing investigations into organized crime in the region.

During the investigation, police uncovered a robust logistical network that facilitated Vukićević’s concealment and movements. The police emphasized their commitment to dismantling this network, stating, “The Administration of Police possesses operational knowledge about other connected individuals and continues to take measures to disrupt the support networks for members of organized crime groups.”

Authorities indicated that they are actively pursuing additional leads related to other individuals involved in the criminal organization. The successful apprehension of Vukićević marks a significant step in ongoing efforts to combat organized crime in Montenegro, where such groups have been a persistent challenge for law enforcement.

The police have urged the community to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities that may relate to organized crime, as they work diligently to ensure public safety and restore order in the region.