POLICE RAID HOUSES, MAYOR SUSPECTED: The Balkans in shock, a DEN OF CORRUPTION uncovered Slovenian authorities have conducted 17 house searches as part of an extensive pre-trial investigation into economic crimes and corruption, involving 66 investigators across three police administrations. The Mayor of Maribor, Saša Arsenovič, is reportedly a suspect in relation to controversial land sales and abuse of office. The investigation focuses on allegations of illegal gift-taking, bribery, and illicit mediation.

• 66 investigators conducted 17 house searches based on court orders, with four more underway.
• The General Police Administration confirmed ongoing investigations into economic crime and corruption.
• Maribor Mayor Saša Arsenovič is reportedly among the suspects, suspected of abuse of office.
• The investigation is linked to controversial land sales in Maribor, specifically in the Studenci area.
• Three individuals have been detained, with one already released.
• The probe involves suspicions of illegal gift-taking, bribery, and illicit mediation.