A 21-year-old Nigerian national has been arrested for attacking a man with a training hammer at a gym in Poland.
The violent altercation occurred at a gym in Katowice, the capital city of Silesian Voivodeship on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
The victim was taken to the hospital for medical evaluation.
Authorities have yet to determine the motive behind the attack.
The Silesian police responded swiftly, arresting the aggressive individual at the scene.
Witnesses described him as visibly agitated.
Meanwhile, the injured victim received medical attention, though the extent of his injuries remains undisclosed.
Unofficial sources suggest that the suspect’s weapon of choice was a training hammer, but the police have not confirmed this detail.
Investigators are now gathering statements and reviewing surveillance footage to establish the circumstances leading to the attack.
The suspect could face serious legal consequences, depending on the findings of the investigation.
Local authorities continue to analyze evidence to determine the appropriate charges.
Further updates will follow as more details emerge.
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