"You will remove the cross or I will" Horrific threats to the family, then a desecrated monument on a grave in Šabac
More than 50 years of love, togetherness, and understanding are contained in a single family tomb at the Kamičko cemetery in Šabac. Muslim Jašar and Orthodox Zorica built their story on foundations that survived the harshest trials.
TL;DR
- A family monument in Šabac, honoring a Muslim man and his Orthodox wife of over 50 years, was desecrated.
- A Christian cross was removed from the tomb, allegedly after threats from an imam.
- The family reported the threats to the police prior to the desecration.
- The incident has caused significant emotional distress and raised concerns about interfaith relations.
- Police are investigating the vandalism and the alleged threats.