Croatian investigative journalist Domagoj Margetić has reported receiving serious threats following the publication of his findings on alleged sniper killings during the 1990s war in Sarajevo, a case widely referred to as the “Sarajevo Safari.”
Speaking publicly, Margetić said the latest threat was delivered via a direct message reading: “Don’t be the next one,” which he described as part of an escalating campaign of intimidation and pressure against him.
Escalating Threats After Sensitive Revelations
According to Margetić, he has previously received multiple warnings suggesting he could be personally targeted, including messages implying physical violence near his place of residence.
The journalist linked these threats directly to his recent investigative article examining the suspicious deaths of three witnesses connected to the so-called “human safari” in wartime Sarajevo, where civilians were allegedly targeted by snipers for sport.
In his reporting, Margetić raised the public question: “Who is next?”
Allegations Against Serbian Leadership
Margetić further stated that he believes Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić was involved in sniper killings during the Sarajevo war, claims that have sparked strong reactions and, according to him, a noticeable intensification of threats.
“Vučić’s agents are not wasting time,” Margetić wrote. “From threats that a sniper could meet me on my street at night to this most recent message.”
Concerns Over Press Freedom and Journalist Safety
The case has renewed concerns over press freedom, journalist safety, and accountability for wartime crimes in the Western Balkans. Media watchdogs and civil society organizations have repeatedly warned that investigative journalists covering war crimes and high-level political responsibility face heightened risks, even decades after the conflicts ended.
As of now, no official response has been issued by Serbian authorities regarding Margetić’s allegations or the threats he has reported.
