Vlasta Kollarova, who leads a local library in the man’s hometown, stated to Dennik N daily, “He was rebellious during his youth, but not aggressive.”
Various political remarks attributed to the individual, whom AFP has chosen not to disclose, are archived on social media platforms.
In a video uploaded online eight years ago, he expressed concerns regarding the widespread presence of violence and weaponry globally, stating, “People seem to be losing their minds.”
In the same video, he expressed unease about immigration, extremism, and hatred, implying that European governments were lacking effective solutions for these issues.
He also mentioned the establishment of a “Movement Against Violence” in Levice in the video.
This movement, which maintains an online presence on Facebook, defines itself as “an emerging political entity dedicated to combatting societal violence, preventing warfare in Europe, and countering the spread of hatred.”
