Thousands participate in silent march after Krakow mass shooting

On Monday evening, Krakow saw a silent march with thousands of participants, including Poland's President and Prime Minister, as the nation grappled with the shock of a mass shooting. The incident, which claimed six lives at Krakow's Main Market Square, has led to differing interpretations of the shooter's motives. The authorities have linked the attacker, 24-year-old Michal Oksinski, to far-right ideology, though they later retracted the statement, stating they need more information before making such claims.

The government spokesperson noted that both the shooter and his father held gun permits, with several firearms found in their possession and the assailant's vehicle. The bodies of Oksinski's family members were also discovered in their home, suggesting they were killed by the attacker. The nationalist opposition rejected the far-right connection, while the National Prosecutor's Office stated they are still investigating the motive behind the killings.

The Gadsden flag, associated with freedom or rebellion, was found in Oksinski's room but was not considered an extremist symbol. Police say at least several dozen shots, possibly even several hundred, were fired during the attack. The nation remains in shock, with the government considering a review of regulations on gun permit requirements.