In a tragic incident on Wednesday at the University of Warsaw, a woman lost her life and a man sustained severe injuries due to an axe attack, as reported by Polish authorities. A 22-year-old male suspect has been taken into custody in connection with this horrific act, which the university has described as a profound tragedy.
Both individuals involved were affiliated with the university; the deceased was a staff member, while the injured man served in the security department. The circumstances surrounding the attack remain unclear, and authorities are still investigating the motive behind this violent act.
Details of the attack
According to police reports, the assailant entered the university campus around 18:40 local time (16:40 GMT) and proceeded into a college auditorium. Specific details about the events that transpired within the auditorium have yet to be disclosed.
In a heartfelt message, the rector of the university expressed condolences, stating,
“We express our great sorrow and sympathy to the family and loved ones.”
Furthermore, the university announced that May 8 would be observed as a day of mourning in remembrance of the victims.
Community response and aftermath
Reports from local media, including Gazeta Wyborcza Daily, indicate that the attacker was a law student in his third year at the university. Following the incident, law enforcement officials cordoned off the auditorium area, and police vehicles were seen arriving on the scene, highlighting the seriousness of the situation.
The university community is grappling with the aftermath of this shocking event, as it seeks to support the families affected and ensure the safety of its members.