Five dead, more than a dozen injured in Krakow city centre shooting
Gunfire in busy square
Police said a driver entered the crowded Main Market Square at about 3pm local time and fired at people from the moving car. The incident took place in central Krakow on Saturday.
Authorities initially reported two deaths and 10 injuries. Police later said five people had died and more than a dozen had been injured; they did not provide an exact injury count.
Suspect taken to hospital
Police arrested one suspected gunman and shot him during the incident. He was taken to hospital while in police custody, and officers said they were not looking for anyone else in connection with the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect as male but had not released his identity. Police said he was wearing military clothing when detained, and that officers recovered a weapon and ammunition.
Emergency response continues
Police and emergency crews were at the scene, with an air ambulance among the resources reported. Fire department spokesperson Hubert Ciepły said two police officers were among those hurt.
The fire department urged residents to avoid the area around the Main Market Square, describing it as a hot zone an hour after the attack. Emergency services were still working there.
Leaders call for answers
Prime Minister Donald Tusk said police were examining the attack’s background and circumstances. President Karol Nawrocki said he was awaiting a full explanation and that the head of the National Security Bureau was travelling to Krakow.
US ambassador to Poland Tom Rose condemned the attack and expressed support for the country. Police had not identified the victims or said whether the injured suspect was included in the casualty figures.
Key points
- Police reported at least five deaths and more than a dozen injuries in the Krakow shooting.
- The suspected gunman was arrested, shot by police and taken to hospital in custody.
- Two police officers were among those injured, according to fire department spokesperson Hubert Ciepły.
- Police said they were investigating one suspect and were not seeking anyone else.