In connection to today’s fatal incident in the village of Postenje, EULEX Head of Mission, Xavier Bout de Marnhac, made the following statement:

“I strongly condemn today’s fatal shooting incident in the village of Postenje where one individual was killed and another one was wounded. I urge for calm and call for responsible behavior from all sides in this potentially sensitive period. The use of violence is entirely unacceptable. EULEX is supporting the Kosovo Police in establishing the facts of this attack as well as finding and bringing to justice the perpetrator/s. Kosovo Police is in charge of law and order in the area, monitored, mentored and advised by EULEX.

I have full confidence that Kosovo Police will carry out their tasks satisfactory in relation to this investigation. EULEX is fully prepared to support Kosovo Police in their work and to deal with any eventualities.”