Stories
Teen Suspected of Stabbing Teacher and Pupil in Romania After TikTok Posts
M
Moneycontrol•19-10-2026, 21:10
Teen Suspected of Stabbing Teacher and Pupil in Romania After TikTok Posts
- •A 13-year-old seventh-grade student allegedly stabbed a female teacher and another student at a school in Bistrița.
- •Local media reports indicate the boy posted about his violent plans on TikTok shortly before the attack.
- •The judicial source stated the minor is being investigated for attempted aggravated murder but will not face trial due to his age.
- •The incident mirrors a recent school attack in Poland where the perpetrator also shared violent content online.
- •Education Minister Mihai Dimian emphasized that investigators must clarify the social media reports.
Key Questions Answered
A 13-year-old seventh-grade student stabbed and wounded a female teacher and another student at a school in Bistrița.
Although the 13-year-old is being investigated on suspicion of attempted aggravated murder, he will not be tried because he is a minor.
Local media reported that the boy posted messages and photos about his intentions on TikTok shortly before the attack, prompting investigators to examine his digital devices.
