A tragic shooting incident occurred in Cetinje, Montenegro, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries.

The violence erupted around 5:30 PM local time in a restaurant following a verbal argument between the shooter and another patron.

While the motive for the attack remains unclear, police suggest it was not linked to organized crime and may have stemmed from a personal conflict.

Interior Minister Danilo Saranovic described the violence as a consequence of 'disturbed interpersonal relations', indicating a potential personal motive.

The shooter, identified as Martinovic, fled the scene, prompting a large-scale manhunt by authorities who have urged residents to remain calm and indoors.

Special police forces have been deployed to search for Martinovic, with all access roads to Cetinje blocked as part of the manhunt.

Montenegro's police have not confirmed the exact number of casualties but have mobilized special units to the area.

In the wake of the incident, public outrage has led to candlelight vigils and protests, with citizens demanding accountability from authorities.

Saranovic emphasized the extreme rage and brutality of the attack, suggesting that individuals like the shooter can pose a greater danger than organized criminals.

Montenegro, with a population of 630,000, faces ongoing pressure to combat organized crime as part of its aspirations to join the European Union.

The National Security Council is set to meet soon to discuss urgent actions regarding illegal firearms and the recruitment of additional police personnel.

Spajic confirmed that four individuals were hospitalized in Podgorica for surgeries, but did not disclose the total number of victims.