Kriminalität: Fünf Tote und mehr als zehn Verletzte bei Schießerei in Krakau
Auf dem Großen Ring im polnischen Krakau fallen Schüsse aus einem Auto. Die Polizei berichtet von fünf Toten. Der mutmaßliche Täter wird festgenommen.
Krakow, Poland - In the heart of the Polish city of Krakow, a shooting incident left at least five people dead and over ten injured, according to the local police. A police spokesperson informed X that the gunman, believed to be a suspect in the case, has been apprehended. Two policemen among the injured were also targeted. The shooting occurred on the Main Square, the main square of the capital city of the Lesser Poland Province, from a moving vehicle, reported Polsat News citing the emergency services.
Initial details are scarce, with authorities urging people in the surrounding area to evacuate to a safe location. Videos circulating on social media showed a rescue helicopter landing at the site. The police stated that around 3 PM, a man began shooting at random individuals from his car at the market square. President Donald Tusk confirmed that he is continuously updating on the situation in Krakow following the "tragic shooting."
The liberal-conservative politician confirmed that the police are investigating the background and all aspects of the incident.
Krakow, with a population of over 800,000, is the second-largest city in Poland and a popular destination for tourists worldwide. Key attractions include the Main Square, Wawel Castle, and the Cathedral. The city is part of the UNESCO World Heritage list. Additional coverage includes Poland launching a special task force at the border with Kaliningrad.
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