Knife attack at Leszczydol‑Nowiny primary school kills caretaker, two staff injured
A 15‑year‑old former pupil entered the John Paul II primary school in Leszczydol‑Nowiny and stabbed three adults. The 37‑year‑old caretaker died despite resuscitation attempts, and a teacher and the school principal were injured while restraining the attacker. Police detained the suspect after he was overpowered by staff. The incident follows a recent knife attack at a school in Ostroleka that left multiple people wounded. Authorities are investigating both events.
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Why it matters
It highlights ongoing concerns about safety and violence in Polish schools.
How this story developed
- Oct 7 Knife attack at Polish high school leaves nine injured, attacker arrested
- Oct 7 New reports specify that at least seven people were injured, revising earlier counts.
- Oct 8 A 15‑year‑old former student killed a caretaker and injured two staff members at Leszczydol‑Nowiny primary school.
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