Tragic Knife Attack at Croatian Elementary School Leaves One Dead and Several Injured
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A tragic knife attack occurred at Precko Elementary School in Zagreb, Croatia, on the last day of school before Christmas. The incident took place around 9:50 a.m. on Friday. A 19-year-old former student of the school, who had a history of psychological problems and had previously attempted suicide, entered the school and started attacking students and a teacher. The attacker killed a seven-year-old girl and injured a teacher and three other children.The suspect fled the scene after the attack and hid at a nearby healthcare center, where he attempted to commit suicide by stabbing himself. He was subsequently detained by the police. All the wounded individuals were taken to hospitals and are now in stable condition.The attack has deeply shocked the Croatian public and authorities. Zagreb's Mayor declared a Day of Mourning, and the country's Prime Minister expressed his horror at the incident. The suspect's mother revealed that he had been treated at a psychiatric hospital multiple times and she had pleaded with doctors not to release him due to his unstable condition.This incident has prompted discussions about the security measures in schools and the need for better mental health support for individuals with psychological issues.