Two people were killed, and one was injured after an 18-year-old student launched a knife attack. The attack occurred at a gymnasium in the small town of Spisska Stara Ves, located near the Polish border, around 13:00 local time (12:00 GMT). The town, home to just 2,000 people, was thrown into shock as authorities rushed to contain the situation.
Initially, Slovak police reported that the suspect, an 18-year-old student at the gymnasium, was on the run. The authorities advised the public to avoid approaching him as they conducted their search. However, within a short time, the suspect was apprehended, and the police reassured the public that all necessary measures were being taken to ensure safety.
According to local reports, the victims of the attack were two fellow students and a teacher. The identities of the victims have not been officially released, but it is understood that they were all part of the school community. Emergency medical teams quickly responded to the scene, with multiple ambulances arriving to provide medical assistance. The authorities did not immediately release details on the condition of the injured person, though the situation has been described as extremely serious.
The police confirmed that the attack was carried out with a knife and that the student who carried out the assault was known to the school. Investigations are ongoing to determine the motive behind the attack, and local law enforcement has promised to provide updates as they gather more information. The suspect is currently in police custody, and authorities are continuing to assess the situation.
Spišská Stará Ves, typically a peaceful town, has been rocked by this shocking act of violence, and the community is left grappling with the aftermath of the attack. Local residents have expressed disbelief over the incident, which has left the tight-knit community in mourning. This tragic event has raised concerns about school safety, prompting discussions on how to better safeguard students and faculty from violence.
As the investigation continues, the Slovak government and local authorities are likely to face increased scrutiny regarding security measures at educational institutions. For now, the focus remains on supporting the victims’ families and ensuring that justice is served in the wake of this devastating attack.
