"THERE WERE COUNTLESS RAPES IN PRISON" Shocking testimony of the former warden at the trial for the murder of inmate Stanimir Brajković

March 19, 2026

TL;DR

Former warden Vladimir Bukvić testified at the trial of KPZ "Padinska Skela" employees accused of negligence leading to inmate Stanimir Brajković's death.
Bukvić stated he had no knowledge of events in Brajković's cell and would have reacted to any attempts to cover up abuse.
He described severe issues in the prison system, including lack of staff and equipment, and difficulties in preventing inmate violence.
Bukvić explained that inmate violence, including rapes, often went undetected because inmates would fall silent when guards approached.
He mentioned that Brajković's death was initially reported as possibly due to a brain hemorrhage or heart issues, and a doctor noted pre-existing conditions and minor injuries from falls.
Bukvić stated that the head of security was responsible for informing the Brajković family, and he personally did not interact with them.
He outlined efforts to improve order by separating different categories of inmates, including those convicted of lesser offenses and migrants known for violence.
Technical issues, such as poor-quality video surveillance, further hampered oversight.
Bukvić assessed that some of the accused employees performed their duties conscientiously.
Stanimir Brajković, serving time for throwing a firecracker, died from injuries inflicted by cellmates, three of whom were convicted of his murder.

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