A 51-year-old man wanted on an arrest warrant died Sunday, April 5, 2026, in Ostrów Mazowiecka after attempting to escape from a hospital while under police guard.
Arrest and Hospitalization
On Friday, April 3, 2026, police in Ostrów Mazowiecka detained a 51-year-old man who was subject to an arrest warrant. Due to a need for medical examinations, he was transported to the hospital in Ostrów Mazowiecka.
A doctor admitted the man to a ward for detailed diagnostics, and police maintained surveillance over him during his hospital stay.
Escape Attempt and Shooting
Around 11:00 AM on Sunday, April 5, the man attempted to escape while being escorted to an examination, running outside the hospital grounds. A police officer pursued him.
The man did not comply with orders to stop, prompting the officer to use his service weapon. The 51-year-old was shot and transported to the hospital by ambulance, where he died despite medical attention.
Investigation Launched
Police are conducting procedures under the supervision of the District Prosecutor’s Office in Ostrów Mazowiecka. The Internal Affairs Bureau of the Police has also been notified.
Authorities will thoroughly investigate the circumstances of the incident and the justification for the use of the service weapon.
Details Remain Limited
Authorities have not yet disclosed the reason for the 51-year-old’s wanted status or how far he managed to get during his escape attempt.
