Poland’s Krajowy Duszpasterz Romów Dies in Jurków Truck Collision

A tragic accident occurred on October 7th in Jurków, Poland, resulting in the death of Stanisław Opocki, the Krajowy Duszpasterz Romów (National Shepherd of Roma). The collision, involving a car and a truck on Road No. 980, occurred in the Brzesko district of Małopolska province.

Preliminary reports suggest Opocki, 73, was driving a Dacia when it veered into the path of an oncoming truck. Initial investigations point to a possible cardiac event prior to the impact, as indicated by sources including limanowa.in and confirmed by the Tarnów Diocese spokesperson, Ks. Ryszard St. Nowak. The driver of the Dacia succumbed to his injuries despite being transported by helicopter to the University Hospital in Kraków.

Opocki dedicated his career to serving Roma communities, primarily at a settlement in Koszary near Łososin Górne, where he began his pastoral work in the early 1980s. He described his initial shock at the conditions he witnessed, stating his commitment to acting as a “missionary” to alleviate the hardships faced by the Roma population within Poland. His longstanding involvement highlights a critical, often overlooked, aspect of Polish religious practice – direct engagement with marginalized communities. The accident serves as a stark reminder of the risks inherent in this type of service and the vulnerability of individuals committed to bridging social gaps. Further investigation is underway to determine the precise cause of the Dacia’s deviation and the circumstances surrounding the crash.

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