Polish child actor Nikodem Marecki, 11, died on 27 November 2025 after stepping off his school bus and running onto the road in Szczepanowice, where he was struck by a car.
Accident Overview
On 26 November 2025, Nikodem Marecki stepped off a school bus in Szczepanowice, a village in Kraków County, and ran onto the roadway. He was struck by a vehicle and, after emergency treatment, died the following day in hospital.
Investigations and Circumstances
The circumstances of the incident are under investigation by the relevant authorities, but no details have yet been released to the public.
School and Community Reaction
St. Anna Primary School in Niedźwiedzie confirmed Marecki’s death. A funeral is scheduled for Wednesday. Students, teachers and staff are in deep mourning, and the family has requested privacy and denounced media coverage of ceremony details.
Career Highlights
Marecki, born in 2014, built an impressive résumé before his tragic death. He appeared in series such as “Zakochani po uszy” (2019‑2021), “Papiery na szczęście”, “Erynie”, and “Krakowskie potwory”. He gained recognition for roles in “Zołza” (as Karol Sobański), “Biała odwaga” (as Bronki’s brother) and “Szpital św. Anny” (as Igor Hajduk). His work in “Biała odwaga” was directed by Marcin Koszałka, who publicly mourned the loss of the talented boy.
Family Request
The Marecki family has appealed through the media to respect their privacy during this difficult time and to refrain from broadcasting details of the funeral and other related events.