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| Nizhnekamsk school attack | |
|---|---|
| Location | Lyceum No. 37, Nizhnekamsk, Republic of Tatarstan, Russia |
| Date | January 22, 2026 morning (MSK) |
Attack type | school attack |
| Weapons | |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Injured | 2 (Including the suspect) [1] |
| Motive | under investigation [2] |
| Accused | unnamed 13-year-old student [1] |
O 22 January 2026, a 13-year-old student at Lyceum No. 37 in Nizhnekamsk, Tatarstan, Russia, allegedly injured a school employee and caused a disturbance before being detained by authorities. [1] [2]
On the morning of 22 January 2026, a 13-year-old student allegedly entered Lyceum No. 37 in Nizhnekamsk with a knife and set off firecrackers inside the building, causing panic among students and staff. [1] During the disturbance, a school employee named Alsu Anasova was injured and received medical attention for non-life-threatening wounds. [1] Russian media reported that the suspect may have also injured himself during the incident, and he was subsequently hospitalized. [3]
Following the attack, the Investigative Committee of Tatarstan opened a criminal case against the student. Authorities stated that the investigation would examine motives, circumstances, and possible contributing factors, including reports of a prior conflict with classmates. [2] Because the suspect is a minor, the case proceeded under Russian juvenile procedures, with specialists assigned to evaluate his mental and social condition. No publicly available sources have reported a final verdict as of early 2026. [1]
Local authorities praised the quick actions of teachers who sheltered students in classrooms and organized an evacuation of the building. [4] Security procedures at Lyceum No. 37 were reviewed, and regional officials stated that additional safety measures would be considered for schools across Tatarstan. [5] The incident also prompted discussions in Russian media about safety in educational institutions and the availability of psychological support for students. [6]