A 52-year-old woman was found stabbed to death in Kobylin on Valentine’s Day, with her 57-year-old ex-husband arrested in connection with the incident.
Discovery of the Body
On Saturday, February 14, 2026, the body of a 52-year-old woman was discovered with a stab wound in Kobylin (Opinogóra Górna commune, Ciechanowski district). The woman’s 57-year-old ex-husband, who reportedly notified authorities about the incident, has been taken into custody.
Police Response
At approximately 7:30 AM on Saturday, the District Police Command in Ciechanów received a death notification. Police and medical rescue teams were dispatched to the scene where a doctor confirmed the woman’s death. The body was found on a bed at her residence with a visible stab wound.
Investigation Details
Crime scene activities were supervised by the Regional Prosecutor’s Office in Ciechanów, with a forensic pathologist present. Police reports indicate the victim and her 57-year-old ex-husband lived together. The suspect has been detained at the police station, with further proceedings led by the prosecutor’s office.
Legal Proceedings
Bartosz Maliszewski, spokesperson for the District Prosecutor’s Office in Płock, confirmed the 57-year-old was formally charged with murder. The court has imposed a three-month provisional arrest. The suspect has denied the allegations, provided explanations, and named another individual as the perpetrator.
Potential Consequences
If convicted of the basic type of murder, the suspect faces imprisonment for not less than 10 years or life imprisonment. Investigators continue to examine the specific circumstances and timeline of the incident.

