The explosion, which occurred slightly before 2 am, smashed several glass windows on Kutija's house. The mayor of Benkovac and his wife were at home at the time of the incident.
An investigation is under way.
Kutija told reporters this morning that he did not know who had planted explosive under the car that he was using and that was owned by the municipal authorities. He also could not link the incident with any possible conflict with anyone, saying that he had not received any threats.