Six people died and more than a dozen were injured after a mass shooting in Kraków’s Main Market Square. Four women and two men were killed in the attack, which shattered the usually peaceful centre of the Polish city on Friday.
Prime Minister Donald Tusk travelled to Kraków to visit the victims and show support to their families. The perpetrator was injured during the incident and has been detained by authorities.
The US ambassador to Poland, Tom Rose, wrote on X: “We are just learning details of the horrific mass shooting in Kraków, a savage and murderous attack that’s shattered the peace of Poland. America stands with Poland at this dark hour as Poland stands with her beloved citizens of Kraków.”
Details about the motive or identity of the shooter have not been released. The police have confirmed the arrests but have not provided further information on the investigation or the condition of the injured.
The attack took place in one of Kraków’s busiest public spaces, which attracts both locals and tourists. Emergency services responded quickly, and hospitals are treating those wounded.
President Andrzej Duda expressed condolences to the families of the victims and promised a full inquiry into the events.
This incident is among the deadliest mass shootings in Poland in recent years, raising questions about public safety measures in major urban centres.
Prime Minister Tusk’s visit underlines the government’s focus on addressing the immediate consequences and supporting those affected.
The community in Kraków has begun coming to terms with the violence that interrupted its daily life on a regular autumn day.
According to The Guardian.
