Six killed and dozens injured in Krakow market shooting
A gunman opened fire from a car in Krakow's Main Market Square, killing six people and wounding more than a dozen, before being shot by police.
Six people were killed and over a dozen injured after a gunman opened fire from a car in Krakow’s Main Market Square, local police said. The attack occurred at about 3 p.m. local time when the suspect drove into the busy square and began shooting at people. Police officers responded and shot the suspect, who was later taken to a hospital.
The Malopolska Police stated the shooter fired "at random people from his car" before being neutralised. Authorities have not released the suspect's identity or motive, and the condition of the injured remains unclear.
Prime Minister Donald Tusk said he was receiving regular updates from the interior ministry and that the police are investigating the background and circumstances of the attack. Interior Minister Marcin Kierwinski was reported to be heading to the scene.
President Karol Nawrocki expressed concern over the events and offered thoughts to the victims and their families.