Warsaw, May 7, 2025 – A horrifying act of violence unfolded on the grounds of the University of Warsaw when a law student attacked and killed a woman with an axe in broad daylight. The attacker was apprehended shortly after the incident.
According to witnesses, the student appeared visibly disturbed, was speaking incoherently, and made disturbing statements before and during the act.
A Day of Mourning
In response to the tragedy, the university administration has declared May 8 a day of mourning. All academic activities have been suspended, and classes canceled to allow the community space to process the trauma.
Eyewitness Accounts and Investigation
Students present at the scene described the attacker as behaving irrationally and disconnected from reality. According to early investigative reports, there is no confirmed connection between the victim and the attacker, leading prosecutors to suspect the act may have been random rather than premeditated.
The Warsaw District Prosecutor’s Office has announced that a preliminary review of the case will be completed by Friday. Further psychiatric evaluation of the suspect is likely.
Heightened Security on Campus
As of May 8, security patrols at the University of Warsaw have been significantly increased. Additional university guards will remain on duty indefinitely as a precautionary measure.
The university has also set up psychological assistance for students and faculty affected by the incident.
Statement from the University
The University of Warsaw released the following message:
“We are devastated by this tragic incident. Our thoughts are with the victim’s family, fellow students, and the entire academic community. We will do everything in our power to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone on campus.”
Final Note
This unprecedented act of violence has shocked not only the academic community but the entire country. As investigators work to uncover more details, the university and its students are left to grieve and search for a sense of safety once again.
