Police guard church in Wierzenica amid reported arson threats near Poznań

Country: Poland

Date of incident: April 3, 2026


Reports of arson threats against a historic wooden church in Wierzenica near Poznań have led to heightened security measures, with police officers deployed to guard the building continuously for nearly two weeks.

Arson threats targeting the historic wooden church in Wierzenica have prompted a significant security response, with police officers stationed at the site around the clock for nearly two weeks. The deployment was initiated after local services received reports indicating a potential risk of an attempted arson attack or other form of deliberate damage to the building.

According to the parish priest of St. Nicholas parish, the security measures were introduced based on information received by authorities suggesting a possible threat to the church. He stated that it remains unclear whether the threat is directed specifically at this church or another nearby object, but confirmed that it relates to the possibility of fire or destruction.

Source: poznan.tvp

Photo: regionwielkopolska