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A dangerous suspect on the run since 2016 is apprehended thanks to effective police cooperation between Slovenia and Italy
A dangerous suspect who had been on the run since 2016 and was wanted under a European arrest warrant issued by Slovenia was apprehended in Italy. The suspect is a ...
Mitja Jager appointed as the new Assistant Director General of the Police
Mitja Jager, previously Assistant Director of the Criminal Police Directorate, assumed the duties of Assistant Director General of the Police on 15 April 2026.
More than 800 speeding drivers caught during speed enforcement marathon on Wednesday
A nationwide speed enforcement marathon was held on Wednesday, 15 April 2026, with police officers conducting speed checks at 540 locations.
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13.Apr.2026
Received a call from a "bank adviser"? Verify first — don’t transfer your money
Police have recorded an increase in reports from victims who received phone calls from fraudsters posing as bank representatives. In some cases, the callers have convincingly impersonated employees of various banks, including the Bank of Slovenia.
10.Apr.2026
An Alpine Unit member becomes the first Slovenian police officer to obtain an international mountain guide licence in Bavaria
Sašo Ocvirk of the Celje Police Directorate is the first police officer in Slovenia to obtain an international mountain guide licence. In March, he completed an extensive and challenging three-year programme with the Bavarian police. His achievement represents a significant step for the development of the expertise and skills of the Slovenian alpine unit.
2.Apr.2026
Money and Crime – an exhibition that raises awareness opens in Ljubljana
NLB Muza, in collaboration with a wide network of Slovenian and international partners, has launched a temporary exhibition titled Money and Crime: A Never-Ending Race, now on view at NLB Muza (ÄŚopova 3, Ljubljana). The exhibition opened on 31 March 2026 and will run until 8 February 2027.