Former University Student Charged with Attempted Murder Following Crossbow Attack
Ex student charged with attempted murder after horror crossbow attack at uni campus

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Almunthir Daqamah, a 21-year-old Saudi national and former student at the University of Surrey, has been charged with attempted murder after a crossbow attack on a campus safety officer in Guildford. The victim is in stable condition, and police assure the public there is no ongoing threat.
- 01The incident occurred at Manor Park Student Village in Guildford at approximately 10am on June 4.
- 02Daqamah faces multiple charges, including attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon.
- 03The victim, a safety officer in his 50s, is currently stable in the hospital.
- 04Police have confirmed there is no indication of terrorism related to the attack.
- 05Authorities are urging the public to avoid speculation and report any information that may aid the investigation.
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A 21-year-old Saudi national, Almunthir Daqamah, has been charged with attempted murder following a crossbow attack on a campus safety officer at the University of Surrey's Manor Park Student Village in Guildford. The incident took place around 10am on June 4, resulting in the victim, a safety officer in his 50s, being hospitalized. Fortunately, he is now in stable condition. Daqamah faces several charges, including possession of an offensive weapon and possession of Class B drugs. Police Chief Superintendent Jon Groenen emphasized that there is no evidence linking the attack to terrorism and reassured the community that there is no ongoing threat. The police are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident and have urged anyone with information to come forward. Daqamah has been remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear at Guildford Magistrates’ Court.
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The incident has raised safety concerns within the University of Surrey community and local residents in Guildford.
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