What we know about Krakow mass shooting so far
A gunman in military-style attire opened fire in Krakow's Main Market Square, killing six people and injuring several others. The attacker was shot and arrested by police, who are currently investigating the incident.
Why it matters
This is a major violent incident in a major European city, raising concerns about public safety and security protocols in public spaces.
Image source, Agencja Wyborcza.pl/Reuters By Florence Freeman Published 26 minutes ago At least six people have been killed and several others injured after a gunman opened fire in central Krakow, the second largest city in Poland. Details are still emerging - here is everything we know so far.
The attack began shortly before 15:00 local time (14:00 GMT) in Krakow's Main Market Square, the bustling central point of the city.
Police said a man drove into the square before beginning to fire "at random people from his car".
Footage from the scene shows scenes of panic as people fled, with the sound of gunfire clearly heard.
Armed officers raced to the scene and engaged in a gunfight with the attacker.
The gunman was shot but is alive and has been arrested.
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