Polish president met with gang

Polish President Karol Nawrocki attended the 18th patriotic pilgrimage of football fans at the Częstochowa monastery. Radical nationalists and far-right groups frequently gather at the event.

During the visit, Nawrocki met Tomasz P., known by the nickname "Dragon", the leader of a hooligan gang. According to prosecutors, Dragon has multiple convictions: in 2024, he was sentenced to six years in prison for leading a criminal gang, promoting Nazism, and involvement in fights. Materials promoting Nazism and racism were seized from his home during the investigation.

In 2009, Nawrocki and P. took part in a brawl with fans of the football club "Lech".

The question of the president's meeting with a representative of a criminal organization caused public resonance and intensified debates about the influence of nationalist groups on Polish politics.

Context

The 18th patriotic pilgrimage is an annual event bringing together football supporters and advocates of national identity. Radical and far-right organizations often attend such gatherings.