SHE SCREAMED AT THE TOP OF HER LUNGS "LOWER ME, I WANT DOWN!" Expert determined what happened in the case of the girl from Novi Sad who died in Budva
The investigation into the death of Tijana R. (19) during parasailing reveals serious omissions by the skippers. The prosecution believes there is no criminal liability.
TL;DR
- A 19-year-old named Tijana R. died during a parasailing flight in Budva on May 28, 2025.
- An expert witness report identified numerous failures by the agency and skippers.
- The boat operator was a Turkish citizen who allegedly lacked a license.
- Skippers allegedly failed to pay adequate attention to Tijana and only noticed her absence when fishermen found her body.
- The boat owner lacked proof of the boat's technical soundness and essential safety equipment, including a 'panic button'.
- There was inadequate training for skippers in case of detachment from the parachute and for the victim in emergency situations.
- Tijana was heard to be panicking and shouting 'Lower me, lower me!' but the boat captain couldn't hear her over the engine noise.
- The prosecution reviewed flight footage, the expert's report, and forensic findings but concluded the failures were insufficient for criminal responsibility.
- The family's lawyer alleges obstruction by the Montenegrin prosecution and fears no one will be held accountable for the death.