Story perspectives

21-Year-Old Charged After Crossbow Attempted Murder at Guildford Student Village

6/6/2026

Summary

Almunthir Daqamah Charged

Almunthir Daqamah, 21, charged with attempted murder after a crossbow attack at Guildford Student Village on June 4, 2026.
Daqamah, who shot a man in his 50s who remained stable, also faced weapon and Class B drug charges and will appear at Crown Court on July 9, 2026.
Police officer Jon Groenen said the attack was not terror-related, asked the public not to speculate online, and noted a university spokesperson said the community felt relief.

Summary

Student Fires Crossbows

A 21-year-old ex-student fired three crossbow bolts at a security guard while staying overnight against rules.
Two bolts struck the guard, who called for help before two nearby students subdued the attacker.
The guard was taken to Royal Surrey County Hospital in serious condition.
Surrey Police appealed for information, citing reference PR/45260065706 and Crimestoppers number 0800 555 111.
The university kept the campus open, locked down students, and pledged cooperation.

History

Historical Context

The June 4, 2026 crossbow attack at Guildford Student Village, carried out by 21-year-old Almunthir Daqamah, echoes the 1999 Columbine High School massacre in Colorado, where Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold killed 13 students and a teacher. Columbine sparked a wave of over 70 copycat incidents worldwide, prompting schools to adopt rapid-deployment response tactics and heightened security.

1 of 3

Almunthir Daqamah Charged

Almunthir Daqamah, 21, charged with attempted murder after a crossbow attack at Guildford Student Village on June 4, 2026.
Daqamah, who shot a man in his 50s who remained stable, also faced weapon and Class B drug charges and will appear at Crown Court on July 9, 2026.
Police officer Jon Groenen said the attack was not terror-related, asked the public not to speculate online, and noted a university spokesperson said the community felt relief.

1 / 3