Five killed in shooting around market square in Polish city of Kraków
Police have apprehended the perpetrator.
In the historic city center of Kraków, Poland, a tragic shooting unfolded today, resulting in the deaths of five individuals and leaving dozens injured. According to police reports, a man drove onto Kraków’s vibrant market square, a popular gathering spot for both locals and tourists, and began firing indiscriminately from his vehicle.
The assailant was apprehended by law enforcement shortly after the incident. Police have confirmed that five people were killed and at least a dozen were wounded. The perpetrator is currently undergoing medical treatment in a hospital following his capture. Emergency services are on the scene, with a heavy presence of vehicles providing assistance and support.
Footage from local TV station Republika shows paramedics attending to the victims, while an alleged car used in the shooting can be seen driving away from the scene, with what appears to be gunfire in the background.
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