Kraków shooting: five killed, more than a dozen injured as police investigate
Deaths and injuries reported
The shooting in Kraków left five people dead and more than a dozen injured. The attack took place in Poland’s second-largest city, according to the report. Police said the gunman drove into the city’s main square, a major tourist destination, and aimed at people at random. The report did not provide further details about the victims.
Police shot the perpetrator
The perpetrator was wounded by police during a confrontation and detained. One update said he was being transported to a hospital. Authorities have not announced a motive for the attack. Police are investigating its background and circumstances.
Tusk calls for calm
Prime Minister Donald Tusk said prosecutors, police and other services were at the scene securing evidence and investigating. He asked the public not to obstruct emergency workers and said the perpetrator would be held accountable.
Tusk said he shared the grief of victims’ families and loved ones. He also said he was receiving updates from the interior minister about the situation in Kraków.
Key points
- Five people were killed and more than a dozen injured in the Kraków shooting.
- Police said the gunman drove into the city’s main square and targeted people at random.
- Police shot and wounded the detained perpetrator, who was being taken to hospital.
- No motive has been announced; authorities are investigating the attack.