Police in Trebišov charged a 45-year-old woman with attempted murder after a man was found with stab wounds to the chest outside an apartment building. Officers arrested the woman at her apartment following the incident. Trebišov is a town in eastern Slovakia near the Ukrainian border, and the case highlights ongoing concerns about domestic violence in the region.
A woman stabbed a man with a knife, causing him to suffer a punctured lung that required urgent medical treatment. Police are investigating the violent incident, though details about the circumstances leading to the attack and the relationship between the attacker and victim have not been disclosed. The victim's current condition and the woman's arrest status remain unclear.
Cooking pasta may seem simple and difficult to ruin, but common errors continue to result in pasta that is too hard, too soft, or sticks together. Food experts have identified six frequent mistakes home cooks make when preparing pasta and provided tips to avoid these problems. The guidance aims to help people achieve properly cooked pasta with the right texture and consistency.
Bratislava Zoo has welcomed two Eurasian lynx as part of a conservation breeding program aimed at protecting the endangered species. The pair is expected to form a genetically strong foundation for future breeding efforts to help sustain lynx populations. The zoo's participation in the program represents Slovakia's contribution to broader European conservation efforts for the Eurasian lynx, which faces habitat loss and declining numbers across its range.
Strong winds damaged the roof of the Reduta building in Spišská Nová Ves, a town in eastern Slovakia. Firefighters secured the damaged roofing material to prevent further damage. City officials announced plans to restore the historic building's roof following the weather-related incident.
Unknown perpetrators broke into a warehouse in Hanušovce nad Topľou, a town in eastern Slovakia's Prešov region, and stole traffic barriers and road signs. The theft caused damage exceeding 5,000 euros. Police are investigating the incident, which highlights ongoing issues with theft of municipal and traffic infrastructure in the region.
Police continue their investigation into a collision between express trains near Jablonov nad Turňou, a town in southeastern Slovakia. No specific individual has been charged in connection with the accident so far. The crash involved two fast passenger trains, though the investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to determine the cause and any potential criminal liability.
A traffic accident involving three vehicles occurred when a bus collided with another bus and a delivery van, causing damage exceeding 700 euros. Slovak police have initiated criminal proceedings in connection with the incident. The investigation will determine the circumstances that led to the multi-vehicle collision and whether any traffic violations or criminal negligence were involved.
Slovak police have initiated criminal proceedings following a traffic accident involving multiple vehicles. A bus collided with another bus and a delivery van, causing damage exceeding 700 euros. The incident prompted authorities to launch a formal investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Police in Slovakia have filed charges against two individuals for attacking a man in the town of Spišské Podhradie, located in the eastern part of the country. The victim attempted to flee the scene, but the attackers pursued and continued their assault. The incident represents part of ongoing efforts by Slovak law enforcement to address violent crime in smaller communities across the country.
Police in Humenné, a town in eastern Slovakia, are investigating a loan fraud case where a perpetrator misused the personal data of a young man to obtain a loan in his name. The investigation involves identity theft and financial fraud, as the victim's information was used without his consent to secure credit from a lending institution. Humenné is located in the Prešov region near Slovakia's border with Ukraine, and such identity theft cases have become increasingly common as criminals exploit personal data to commit financial crimes.
Police have launched criminal proceedings after a man stabbed his former friend in the neck with a knife. The victim sustained injuries that will require medical treatment for more than seven days. The incident represents a serious assault case that authorities are now investigating as a criminal matter.
Slovak police have initiated criminal proceedings for the crime of homicide following a tragic discovery at Zelená Voda. The criminal police division has taken over the case and is conducting initial procedural actions at the scene. Zelená Voda, which translates to "Green Water," appears to be the location where the incident occurred, though specific details about the nature of the discovery or the circumstances surrounding the case have not been disclosed by authorities.
A serious traffic accident occurred near Piešťany, a spa town in western Slovakia, when a bus collided with multiple passenger cars, injuring several people. The crash happened shortly before 9:00 AM when a 48-year-old bus driver struck three stationary vehicles for reasons that remain under investigation. Emergency services, including police, firefighters, and medical teams, responded to the scene to assist the injured and clear the roadway.
A criminal opened a bank account using the identity of a 26-year-old man and successfully obtained a substantial loan from the bank. The perpetrator withdrew the full loan amount from the fraudulent account but has made no attempt to repay the debt, leaving the victim's identity compromised and potentially liable for the financial obligation. Slovak authorities are investigating the identity theft case, which highlights vulnerabilities in the banking system's verification processes.
A motorcyclist was transported to hospital by helicopter following an accident in Betliar, a village in eastern Slovakia. The motorcycle involved in the crash was not displaying a license plate with its registration number, according to authorities.
Police in Levoča, a historic town in eastern Slovakia, arrested a young man shortly after he demolished a car and attempted to flee the scene. The suspect was apprehended quickly following the act of vandalism, though authorities have not yet released details about the motive or the extent of damage to the vehicle.
An unknown perpetrator damaged an ATM in Smolenice, a town in western Slovakia, after first spray-painting over security cameras to avoid detection. The incident represents a calculated attempt to disable surveillance equipment before committing the vandalism. Local police are investigating the case, though details about the extent of damage to the ATM or whether any money was stolen have not been disclosed.
The Prešov tunnel and an adjacent highway section will be closed for several days due to planned maintenance work. During the closure, traffic will be redirected through the city center. Prešov is a major city in eastern Slovakia and an important transportation hub, making the tunnel closure likely to cause significant traffic disruptions for commuters and through traffic. The maintenance work represents routine infrastructure upkeep necessary to ensure the safety and functionality of this key transportation route.
A pedestrian underpass in Poprad will be closed starting May 1 due to construction work, forcing pedestrians to use alternative routes. Police will patrol the area during the closure period to ensure safety and traffic flow. The closure is necessary to accommodate planned construction activities, though the duration of the work has not been specified.