Acting Head of OSCE Mission in Kosovo condemns recent violence in Mitrovica

PRISHTINË/PRIŠTINA, 9 Apr 2012 - Acting Head of OSCE Mission in Kosovo, Edward P. Joseph condemned today's assault on a police checkpoint and yesterday’s violent incidents in Mitrovica which left one person dead and another one injured.

"My colleagues and I are shocked by the despicable attack in which Mr. Selver Hajredinaj was killed yesterday in Mitrovica. On behalf of the OSCE Mission I extend our condolences to his family and wish those wounded by the deadly bomb a speedy recovery,” said Joseph.

"Any incident that affects the communities is a great cause for concern. I wish Mr. Vladimir Denovic a speedy recovery from the injuries he sustained in a separate incident yesterday in Mitrovica.

"I support and reaffirm the appeal of EU Special Representative (EUSR) Zbogar to all communities to remain calm, and to leave the matter in the hands of the police,” concluded Joseph.