A 24-year-old man opened fire in Krakow’s Main Square on Saturday, killing six people and injuring 15 others. Police later shot and wounded the attacker. The incident has triggered a national mourning period in Poland.
The gunman, a Polish national, targeted civilians at random in the historic center of Krakow. Prime Minister Donald Tusk described the attack as an act of “terrorism.” Initial reports suggest the attacker had far-right views, though no formal charges have been filed.
Authorities have begun a probe into the motive behind the shooting. A British national was among the victims. Three additional bodies, believed to be family members of the attacker, were found at his residence.
The attack has drawn international condemnation. Leaders from Germany, France, Italy, Ukraine, the Baltic states, the EU, and the US have expressed condolences, emphasizing that Poland does not stand alone.
Security measures have been heightened across the country following the incident. The shooting marks one of the deadliest attacks in recent Polish history. Officials are reviewing the circumstances surrounding the attack, including potential links to far-right ideologies.
The tragedy has sparked renewed discussions on gun control and public safety in Poland. The national mourning period will last two days, beginning on Sunday.
