Professor Esa Saarinen was attacked in front of Dipoli in Otaniemi on Wednesday, 5 March. The police were called to the scene and the suspect has been arrested by the police. Professor Saarinen was taken to the hospital and his life is not in danger.

Due to the situation, crisis support is available at FSHS. A debriefing session will be organised for the students and staff. The date will be announced later. Please follow the University’s communications at Into and Inside.

Further information:

Aalto University’s Head of Communications Eeva Lehtinen, tel. 050 321 7034
Aalto University’s Head of Communications Eveliina Olsson, tel. 050 598 6492