In a shocking incident that has reverberated through Croatia, a school stabbing attack in a Zagreb primary school led to the death of a 7-year-old boy, while five other children aged between 7 and 13 were hospitalized with wounds. The attack occurred at the ‘Ivo Andric’ elementary school on December 20, 2024, and was reportedly carried out by an unidentified individual using a sharp object, as confirmed by police statements. Emergency services arrived promptly, and the injured children were transported to the University Hospital in Zagreb, with one child in serious condition. Dr. Radojka Barbic, director of the hospital, stated, “Two of the injured children are in serious condition. The others are stable and will soon undergo further medical examinations to assess their injuries.” Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic expressed his condolences, stating, “We are all horrified by this tragedy. Such incidents should never occur in our schools, which are places of learning and safety for our children.” The motives behind the attack remain unclear as law enforcement continues their investigation. This grim event has sparked widespread concern about safety in academic institutions as the education community mourns the loss of a young life.
Tragic School Stabbing in Croatia Leaves One Child Dead and Five Injured
