Srebrenica Memorial Center Seeks Answers on Tax Probe

The Srebrenica Memorial Center asked the Bijeljina District Public Prosecutor's Office for case details. The case stems from an anonymous report. It alleges tax evasion and unpaid contributions for work contracts from 2022. Lawyers Abdulah Kešan and Anel Ibeljić filed the request.

The Center wants to confirm if a case exists. They ask for its number and the assigned prosecutor. They also seek to know the investigation's current stage. They want to know if tax authorities were asked to check tax calculations.

A key concern is the planned questioning of 26 former and current Center staff. The Center believes documentation could verify the anonymous information. They question why so many people are being interviewed. They also asked about how summons were delivered. Some arrived late or demanded immediate reporting to police stations. The Center wants to know if this method is per Prosecutor's orders. They also ask if this is typical for witnesses.

The Center fears the probe could harm its reputation. They also worry about political conflicts. They argue tax issues should be checked with tax institutions directly. As a budget organization, all contract payments include required tax calculations.

The Memorial Center will hold a press conference soon. They will show 2022 work contracts, bank statements, and tax payment proofs. They will protect personal data. They will also request a tax debt certificate from the Tax Administration of Republika Srpska. The Center wants a lawful investigation. They want public access to their financial records.

The Center stated it does not want to sway the Prosecutor's independence. It only seeks information about any specific case. The request went to the Bijeljina Prosecutor's Office. Copies also reached the High Judicial and Prosecutorial Council of BiH, the BiH Council of Ministers, and the BiH Human Rights Ombudsman Institution.