Testifying at a trial for crimes in the Orasje area, a state prosecution witness confirmed that defendant Mato Baotic and Pero Vincetic raped her in May 1992.
The Mato Baotic trial began with a reading of the indictment and the presentation of introductory statements. Baotic has been charged with war crimes committed in the Orasje area in 1992 and 1993.
A status conference was held before the state court to discuss the trial of Mato Baotic, charged with war crimes in Orasje. The status conference established that the trial will start at the beginning of February.
The state prosecution has filed an indictment against Mato Baotic, also known as Cikin, charging him with crimes against civilians and prisoners of war in Orasje in 1992 and 1993.