Gunman opens fire in Polish city of Krakow, killing 5 people and injuring at least 12

Five people were killed and more than a dozen injured after a gunman opened fire Saturday afternoon in a busy market square in Krakow, Poland, police said.

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  1. Gunman opens fire in Polish city of Krakow, killing 6 people and injuring 15

    The Economic Times ·

    A gunman opened fire in the Main Square of Krakow, resulting in six deaths and 15 injuries. The attacker, a Polish citizen, drove into the square while shooting at random individuals. Police reported the gunman wore military-style clothing and used a military-type weapon during the incident. Authorities confirmed that he acted alone and assured the public of their safety.

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  2. Watch: Panic breaks out as a gunman opens fire in Krakow city centre

    The Independent ·

    Video shared on social media shows panic in Krakow’s city centre after a shooting on Saturday (7 November) that left at least five people dead and more than a dozen injured, authorities said. In the footage, gunshots can be heard as people on the streets run for cover, with some seen hiding in nearby restaurants. Małopolska police said a gunman drove into the busy market square around 3pm local time and fired at random from a moving car. The suspect, a Polish national, was shot and arrested wearing tactical military clothing and carrying a weapon and ammunition. He was taken to hospital in police custody. Two officers were among the injured. Prime minister Donald Tusk said police are investigating the background and circumstances of the attack.

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