Polish prosecutors have charged a 19-year-old with the murders of his grandparents in Wołomin, after the man was hospitalized following a self-harm incident.
Investigation Launched into Deaths of Elderly Couple
The Warsaw-Praga District Prosecutor’s Office is investigating the deaths of two 75-year-olds in Wołomin. Prosecutor Karolina Staros announced that the 19-year-old suspect has been formally charged with two counts of murder under Article 148 § 1 of the Penal Code.
Suspect Remains Hospitalized, Silent on Charges
The suspect remains hospitalized and underwent procedural actions while receiving medical care. He has not confessed to the crimes and refused to provide a statement to investigators.
Arrest Warrant Sought
Prosecutors have announced they will file a motion with the Wołomin Regional Court on Wednesday requesting a temporary arrest warrant for the 19-year-old.
Details of the Crime Scene
The incident occurred in an apartment building on Mieszka I Street in Wołomin. The victims have been identified as the suspect’s grandparents, both aged 75. The 19-year-old was taken to the hospital after inflicting self-harm upon discovery of the bodies.
Injuries Sustained by the Victims
Initial reports indicate that both the woman and the man suffered wounds to the neck. The bodies were found in a pool of blood. The prosecutor’s office is working to determine the exact circumstances and sequence of events.