Gunman kills at least six in Krakow Main Market Square shooting; suspect arrested
A gunman opened fire on random passersby from a car in Krakow's Main Market Square shortly before 15:00 local time on Saturday, killing at least six people and injuring at least 15 others, including two police officers. Armed officers engaged the attacker in a gunfight; the suspect, a male Polish citizen, was shot and wounded but survived and was arrested. Police found numerous weapons and ammunition in his vehicle. No motive has been publicly confirmed, though Poland's interior minister said the suspect appeared fascinated by far-right ideologies, a claim still being verified. Prime Minister Donald Tusk traveled to Krakow.
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Krakow mass shooting kills at least six in central Poland square
A gunman in military-style attire opened fire in Krakow's Main Market Square shortly before 15:00 local time, killing at least six people and injuring at least 15 others, including two police officers. Police said the attacker drove into the square and fired at random people from his car before armed officers engaged him in a gunfight; the suspect, a male Polish citizen, was shot but survived and was arrested. One police officer was described as being in very critical condition after being shot three times while detaining the attacker. Witnesses reported more than 20 shots and sounds of multiple firearms. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk is travelling to Krakow and is expected to give an address, while President Karol Nawrocki said he was deeply concerned and awaiting a full explanation. No motive has been publicly confirmed, and authorities have urged residents and tourists to avoid the area.
Read sourceSix Dead, 15 Injured in Krakow Shooting; Suspect Fascinated by Far-Right Ideologies
A man opened fire on passersby in central Krakow, Poland, killing six people and injuring at least 15, many critically. The suspect, a 25-year-old Polish citizen from the Holy Cross Voivodeship, was arrested after police shot and wounded him. Polish Interior Minister Marcin Kierwinski said the suspect held 'very radical views' and appeared fascinated by far-right extremist ideologies, though this is still being verified. Police responded within three minutes of the first report, preventing a larger massacre, according to the minister. The attacker fired from a car on the Main Market Square, then crashed during his escape and exchanged fire with officers. Numerous weapons and ammunition, including a military-style semi-automatic rifle, were found in his vehicle. The defense minister denied speculation the suspect was a soldier or former soldier. Prime Minister Donald Tusk said he is being continuously briefed, and the justice minister vowed strict punishment.
Read sourceSix dead and over a dozen injured in Krakow shooting, suspect arrested
A man opened fire on passersby in the center of Krakow, Poland, killing six people and injuring more than a dozen others. The suspect, who reportedly shot from a car, was wounded and arrested by police. The incident occurred around 3 p.m. on the Main Square, causing chaotic scenes as people fled. Polish Justice Minister Waldemar Zurek confirmed the arrest and called for calm, while Prime Minister Donald Tusk said he was being kept informed. Police and prosecutors are investigating the circumstances, and no information on possible accomplices has been released. Krakow is Poland's second-largest city and a popular tourist destination.
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Gunman kills five, injures over a dozen in Krakow market square shooting
A gunman opened fire Saturday afternoon in Krakow's Main Square, a major tourist destination in central Poland, killing five people and injuring more than a dozen, according to Krakow police. The attacker drove into the square and aimed at random people; police officers were among the wounded. The perpetrator was shot and wounded during a confrontation with police. Images from the scene showed officers and ambulances covering the area, and a Polish Medical Air Rescue helicopter landed in the square. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on X that police are investigating the attack, while President Karol Nawrocki expressed his thoughts for the victims, the wounded, and their families. U.S. Ambassador to Poland Tom Rose called it a "savage and murderous attack" and said America stands with Poland. Mass shootings are uncommon in Poland. Krakow is Poland's second-largest city, roughly 250 kilometers from Warsaw.
Read sourceSuspect arrested after shooting in central Krakow leaves five dead
A shooting occurred in the center of Krakow, Poland, on Saturday afternoon when a man opened fire from a car on the Main Square, killing five people and injuring at least ten others, including two police officers. The suspect was arrested, and police are investigating the motive. Prime Minister Donald Tusk said he is being continuously briefed on the "tragic shooting." The incident took place in Poland's second-largest city, a popular tourist destination.
Five dead and at least ten injured in Krakow shooting; suspect arrested
A man opened fire on passersby in the center of Krakow, Poland, on Saturday afternoon, killing five people and injuring at least ten others, according to police. The suspect, who reportedly shot from a moving car on the Main Square, was shot by officers and then arrested. Police and emergency services, including a rescue helicopter, were deployed to the scene. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said he is being continuously informed about the "tragic shooting" and that police are investigating the background and all circumstances. The motive is not yet known. Krakow is Poland's second-largest city and a popular tourist destination.