Wrocław: Suspect who shot Ukrainian with air gun referred to court

Conflict near shop ends in use of weapon

On 21 June, an aggressive altercation took place on Grabiszynska Street in Wrocław, in which a Ukrainian seller was injured. The incident was triggered by alcohol consumption near the trading point and provocations by a 30-year-old man named Pawel G., who was picking fights with passers-by.

The trader reprimanded the attacker, but the latter perceived it as an insult. Pawel G. began to insult the Ukrainian on national grounds and threatened his interlocutor with a telescopic baton.

Course of the altercation and use of air gun

The situation escalated when the attacker pulled out an air gun and aimed it directly at the Ukrainian's face. The seller attempted to defend himself by grabbing the aggressor by the arm. A fight broke out between the men, during which shots were fired. Both participants of the conflict fell onto the asphalt, after which the offender fired several more shots.

As a result of the incident, the Ukrainian seller did not sustain serious injuries. He was provided with medical assistance directly at the scene of the incident.

Charges and potential punishment

According to the prosecutor's office, the shooting was carried out from close range towards the victim's face. A 4.5 mm calibre air gun was used, firing metal pellets.

In addition to the violent acts, Pawel G. was charged with publicly insulting the Ukrainian due to his belonging to a specific nationality, as well as threatening and insulting police officers.

The case materials have been referred to court. The accused faces a punishment of up to five years of imprisonment.