On August 15, 1996, Polish beauty queen Agnieszka Kotlarska was fatally stabbed at her Wrocław apartment by her husband, witnessed by their two‑year‑old daughter.
Early Years
Agnieszka was born in August 1972 in Świdnica. Her mother worked as a housekeeper while her father served as a factory engineer. The family lived comfortably without extravagance, yet the mother felt proud when Agnieszka earned her first paycheck.
Rise to Fame
In the early 1990s Agnieszka was scouted for a modeling agency. She worked with prestigious opera ballet choreographers and participated in fashion shows, including a notable event in Le Mirage salon.
The Killing
On 15 August 1996, during a domestic dispute, Agnieszka’s husband stabbed her to death in their Wrocław apartment. The assault was filmed in front of their two‑year‑old daughter, who witnessed the tragedy.
Aftermath and Investigation
Police arrested the husband, who pleaded guilty to murder. The case attracted national attention and sparked discussions about domestic violence and the safety of public figures.
Ewa Wilczynska’s Book
Author Ewa Wilczyńska published a documentary account detailing family dynamics, the 1990s fashion world, and the murderer’s obsession. The book reconstructs Agnieszka’s last days and the ensuing legal proceedings.
