A Ukrainian citizen was brutally assaulted in Radom. The incident sparked a response from the Ukrainian ambassador to Poland, Vasyl Bodnar, who publicly condemned violence and hate speech, emphasizing that such acts must be met with a clear legal assessment.
“Group attack and offensive slogans”
According to the ambassador’s post, a Ukrainian citizen was the victim of a mass attack, even though the previous incident was—at least formally—ended without police involvement. During the attack, insults were allegedly used referring to his national origin. The victim suffered serious injuries and was hospitalized.
Citizens of Ukraine have the right to respect for their dignity and safety, regardless of their country of residence. Any manifestations of violence or hate speech are unacceptable and should be subject to appropriate legal assessment, Bodnar wrote.
The ambassador also expressed hope that the circumstances of the incident would be thoroughly and impartially clarified and that the perpetrators would be held accountable in accordance with the law.
Background to the case: the incident of December 19
According to the prosecutor’s office’s findings and media reports, including:. Gazeta Wyborcza – The case concerns the events of December 19th. On that day, police were called to an apartment in Radom, where they found a severely beaten 41-year-old Ukrainian citizen, Yuri L.
Earlier, the man was caught trying to steal beer from a local store. After putting away the goods, the store employees allegedly locked the door and demanded money in exchange for not calling the police. Ultimately, the Ukrainian paid 500 złoty and left the store.
Attack under the block
A few hours later, around 7 p.m., the man was attacked by a group of young people outside a building. According to the prosecutor’s office, the attackers shouted nationalist slogans, including calls for “return to Ukraine” and “going to war.” The perpetrators fled only after passers-by reacted.
Doctors described the injured man’s condition as serious.
Arrests and charges
On December 23 and 24, police arrested people connected to the case, including the store owner and her relatives, who were charged with unlawful imprisonment and extortion. former MMA fighter, suspected of participating in an assault based on the victim’s nationality. The man pleaded guilty and was remanded in custody for two months.
A broader problem
The Radom case fits into the disturbing context of incidents motivated by hatred against foreigners. Diplomats and social organizations emphasize that such incidents require a decisive state response, not only for the safety of the victims but also for the rule of law and human rights protection.
Eastern News they will monitor the further course of the proceedings and inform about subsequent decisions of the prosecutor’s office and the court
Source: Onet / Gazeta Wyborcza
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