During the Quidditch match, Professor Quirinus Quirrell was the individual who cast the jinx on Harry Potter's broom.
The Attack on Harry Potter
The incident occurred in early November 1991, during a Quidditch match, and was a deliberate attempt to murder Harry Potter on behalf of Lord Voldemort. Quirrell employed a specific type of jinx, known as the "Broom jinx," targeting Harry's Nimbus 2000 broomstick. This act was discreet, and no one among the spectators was able to detect Quirrell casting the jinx.
Professor Snape's Intervention
Despite the stealth of Quirrell's actions, Professor Severus Snape was the only person in the stands who recognized what was happening. Upon realizing Harry was in grave danger, Snape attempted to counteract Quirrell's jinx with a counter-curse, aiming to save Harry from plummeting to his death.
Key details about the jinxing incident are summarized below:
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Caster | Professor Quirinus Quirrell |
| Target | Harry Potter's Nimbus 2000 |
| Date | Early November 1991 |
| Location | During a Quidditch match |
| Motivation | An attempt to murder Harry for Lord Voldemort |
| Detection | Only Professor Severus Snape detected Quirrell's use of the jinx |
| Counter-Action | Professor Snape attempted to save Harry with a counter-curse |
This event was a critical moment, revealing the hidden dangers Harry faced even within the presumed safety of Hogwarts.
