A 24-year-old Polish man suspected of carrying out a mass shooting in Krakow died in hospital on Sunday, days after opening fire in the city's Main Market Square. The attack, which occurred on Saturday afternoon, left six people dead and 16 others injured. Among the victims was a British national.
The suspect, identified as a Polish national, was hospitalized following the shooting. Polish authorities confirmed his death on Sunday. The incident has left the city in shock, with local officials condemning the attack as an act of terrorism.
This is the second major shooting in Krakow this year. In March, a man opened fire at a shopping center, killing two people. The current incident has raised concerns about public safety and prompted calls for increased security measures.
The shooting took place in the heart of Krakow's historic Main Market Square, a popular tourist destination. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots before emergency services arrived. Police have not yet released the motive behind the attack.
Authorities are currently investigating the incident, with no official statement on whether the suspect acted alone or had accomplices. The shooting has sparked a broader debate on gun control and security in Poland.
