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Deadly Shooting Strikes Prague University
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On December 21, 2023, tragedy struck Charles University's Faculty of Arts in Prague, leaving over 15 dead and dozens injured.
The assailant, whose identity is under investigation, has been eliminated, and the police have ruled out links to any terrorist organization.
Charles University, in collaboration with security forces, is actively addressing the crisis. A crisis staff has been established, and classes, events, and exams on December 22, 2023, are canceled as a mark of respect.
Jan Palach Square remains an active crime scene.
The university urges heightened security measures, cancels large events, and calls for sensitivity in handling future examinations. Charles University extends gratitude to those preventing further loss of life, acknowledging the strength of unity in facing this difficult moment. The university assures ongoing support for the affected community, urging calm and composure during this trying time.
The assailant, whose identity is under investigation, has been eliminated, and the police have ruled out links to any terrorist organization.
Charles University, in collaboration with security forces, is actively addressing the crisis. A crisis staff has been established, and classes, events, and exams on December 22, 2023, are canceled as a mark of respect.
Jan Palach Square remains an active crime scene.
The university urges heightened security measures, cancels large events, and calls for sensitivity in handling future examinations. Charles University extends gratitude to those preventing further loss of life, acknowledging the strength of unity in facing this difficult moment. The university assures ongoing support for the affected community, urging calm and composure during this trying time.
Dec 22, 2023
