A Polish citizen has been sentenced to four months in prison for assaulting Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. The incident occurred on July 25, 2024, during an official public appearance by Frederiksen in Copenhagen.
According to court documents, the 39-year-old Polish man approached the Prime Minister during a public event and, without warning, pushed her, causing a brief moment of chaos. The attack was quickly subdued by security personnel, and Frederiksen was unharmed.
The court found the assailant guilty of assault and disturbing the peace. In addition to the prison sentence, the man was ordered to pay a fine and cover the legal costs associated with the case.
The incident has sparked significant media coverage and raised concerns about security measures for public officials. Danish authorities have since reviewed and reinforced security protocols to ensure the safety of political leaders.
Prime Minister Frederiksen has expressed her gratitude for the swift response of her security team and reassured the public that such acts of violence will not deter her from fulfilling her duties.
The Polish man, who has not been named, has 14 days to appeal the court’s decision.