Physical attack in Kożuchów

Physical attack in Kożuchów
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On the evening of 1 August in Kożuchów, three Ukrainian citizens were attacked near a hostel where they lived. According to the victims, a passerby first confronted them over music and shouted that they should 'go back to Ukraine'. He later returned with a group of other men, and the confrontation turned into a violent attack.

The attackers beat the Ukrainians, causing head injuries and cutting one man’s lip; one victim was hospitalized. The victims reported the incident to police on 2 August, and investigators collected evidence, including information about possible CCTV footage.