Car Sale Scam Leads to Stabbing of Ukrainian Man in Wroclaw: 14 Knife Wounds

Attempted Murder of a Ukrainian Citizen in Wroclaw

According to Главком: In Wroclaw, Poland, two men posing as car buyers carried out a murder attempt on 26-year-old Ukrainian national Dmytro. The victim suffered 14 stab wounds but survived thanks to bystanders who came to his aid. Polish police have arrested two 20-year-old Polish citizens in connection with the crime.

The attack occurred after Dmytro stopped to finalize a sale agreement for a vehicle he had listed online. The motive for the assault was a scam disguised as a legitimate purchase. One of the attackers dropped his mobile phone at the scene, providing police with a key piece of evidence. The victim managed to reach a gas station, where he received first aid and emergency services were called. Medical staff applied over 50 stitches to his wounds, but as of this report, Dmytro's life was not in danger.

Crime and Racism: A Growing Concern

Wroclaw police have confirmed the attack and announced the suspects' detention. A criminal investigation has been opened under the charge of 'attempted murder.' This incident highlights the broader issue of crime linked to car sale scams.

This case is not isolated, as other attacks on Ukrainian citizens have occurred in Poland:

• In late 2025, in Radom, a Ukrainian man was the victim of a group assault following a domestic dispute, during which ethnic slurs were used.
• In December 2025, in Gdynia, a 41-year-old Polish man attacked a Ukrainian shop assistant while shouting Nazi slogans; the perpetrator was arrested.

These events underscore the urgent need to address racism and xenophobia within society.

This incident raises serious concerns about the safety of Ukrainians in Poland, particularly in the context of car sale fraud. Attacks on Ukrainians in Poland worry not only the Ukrainian community but also human rights advocates, who are calling for greater attention to issues of racism and xenophobia. How the police and society respond to such cases could shape the future integration of Ukrainians into Polish society and their security in the country.

This violent incident is not an isolated case, as the safety of Ukrainian nationals in Poland is increasingly under threat. For instance, recent events have seen Polish authorities taking action against xenophobic violence, including the arrest of a woman for assaulting Ukrainian citizens. This highlights a troubling trend of aggression and discrimination that warrants further examination. To read more about these alarming developments, check out our coverage on xenophobic attacks on Ukrainians.