Polish police arrest 47‑year‑old for hate‑motivated threats in Jelcz

On May 24, 2026, police in Jelcz‑Laskowice, Poland, detained a 47‑year‑old man after he pointed a mock firearm at four people, firing two shots and threatening them with death. The threats were deemed motivated by the victims' nationality.

Investigators said the suspect could not explain his behavior and was charged with directing unlawful threats on the basis of nationality, an offense punishable by up to five years in prison. The case is slated for trial in the near future, highlighting the authorities' focus on hate‑motivated violence.