As a result of the shooting on the Main Market Square in Krakow on November 7, five people were killed and at least 12 were injured. Updated data, citing the police, is reported by Associated Press. The suspect has been detained.
According to RMF24, police wounded the attacker, after which he was taken to hospital. Among the injured are two police officers.
The shooting began shortly after 3:00 PM local time. The spokesperson for the fire service of the Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Hubert Ciepły, reported that from a car moving from Sławkowska Street towards the square, fire was opened on random passers-by.
Police, firefighters, and medics arrived at the scene. An air ambulance helicopter landed on the square. The Main Market Square is located in the historic center of Krakow and is one of the city's main tourist attractions.
City authorities also reported police actions on Dietla Street. The published statement does not specify how they are connected to the shooting on the square.
Residents and tourists are asked not to approach the areas where emergency services are working and to follow the instructions of police and rescuers. In case of immediate threat to life, the city recommends calling 112.
Prime Minister of Poland Donald Tusk said he is receiving operational information from the Minister of Internal Affairs. Police are investigating the circumstances and causes of the attack.
The motives of the shooter and the citizenship of the dead and wounded are not disclosed in verified reports. Information about the consequences of the attack continues to be updated.
Based on materials from: Associated Press, RMF24, official website of Krakow.
