A 22-year-old man has been arrested by police after the horrific attack at Warsaw University as local media reports a severed head had been recovered from the scene
An axe-wielding attacker allegedly killed a woman at a university and then “scattered” her body parts on campus, according to police.
A 22-year-old man was arrested by cops after he stormed Warsaw University in Poland and left another victim in a critical condition following the horror incident.
The male allegedly brandished an axe around the campus at 5.45pm local time after entering the university’s lecture theatre before injuring a security guard, who was rushed to hospital.
Local media reports said a severed head was recovered from the scene. It is believed to be from a female administrator who worked at the university.
Warsaw Police said: “Police have detained a man who entered the University of Warsaw campus. One person died, another was taken to hospital with injuries.”
University of Warsaw confirmed an employee was killed following the rampage. In a statement, it said: “Ladies and Gentlemen, today in the afternoon the University of Warsaw Community was struck by a huge tragedy.
“Our colleague, a UW employee, was brutally murdered.
“The perpetrator was arrested. We express our great sorrow and sympathy to the family and loved ones.
“A university guard was also seriously injured. Due to the current situation, I am declaring tomorrow, May 8, 2025, a day of mourning at the University of Warsaw.
“On behalf of the entire University of Warsaw community. Rector and College of Rectors of the University of Warsaw.”