On September 24, 2026, a horrific attack occurred in Poland, in the city of Jarosław, at the monastery of the Benedictine sisters, resulting in the death of a priest and injuries to four others. The attacker, a 31-year-old Ukrainian citizen, was apprehended by the police at the scene.
Circumstances of the Attack
The attack took place in the morning, around 09:30, during a worship service. According to eyewitness accounts, the man burst into the church wielding a long machete and began attacking those present. Among the victims were both clergy and ordinary attendees.
Details about the Victims
As a result of the attack, one priest was killed, and four individuals, including men and a woman, sustained serious injuries and were hospitalized. The condition of two of them is reported to be very critical. The police initially received a report of an attack on one man, but upon arrival, it became clear that more people had been injured.
Motives and Government Response
Poland's Minister of Internal Affairs, Marcin Kerwiński, stated that the motives behind the attack remain unknown at this time. Investigative authorities continue to look into the circumstances and reasons for this horrific incident. One of the nuns mentioned that the attacker took advantage of the moment when the monastery gates were open after a group of youth had visited, allowing him to enter the premises.