Murder in the refugee centre in Harmanli

A murder has been committed at the Registration and Reception Centre in Harmanli.

A 35-year-old Syrian fatally stabbed his fellow countryman with a knife after a conflict arose on July 26. The 21-year-old man died on the spot.

The murdered man had humanitarian status and resided at an address outside the centre. It is yet to be clarified why he was in the refugee camp.

The 35-year-old Syrian national who was an applicant for refugee status has been detained.