Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was assaulted by a man in Copenhagen, according to a statement from her office to CNN.

The incident occurred on Friday evening at Kultorvet public square, after which the assailant was arrested.

Frederiksen’s office stated that she was shocked by the attack but provided no further details on her condition, CNN reported.

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa expressed disbelief and support for Frederiksen, condemning the assault and wishing her a speedy recovery in a social media post.

Written by B.C. Begley