London: Five people were killed and at least a dozen others injured after a gunman opened fire from a car at Krakow’s Main Market Square in Poland, local police said.
The scary mass shooting took place at around 3 pm local time (7.30 pm IST), when a man drove into the busy square and began firing randomly at people.
Malopolska Police responded to the attack and shot the perpetrator, according to a statement. The gunman was then transported to a hospital.
Key details such as the motive for the brutal attack, the suspect’s identity and the condition of those injured are not yet clear. Police investigation is underway.
🚨🇵🇱 #LATEST: Shooting in central #Krakow, Poland: 2 killed, 10 injured • Initial reports indicate that shots were fired from a moving vehicle. Two people were killed and 10 others injured. • The motive for the attack remains unknown. The city’s central square has been cordoned off by police, and a helicopter has been deployed to the scene.
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“According to information from police officers, the man was wearing military-style attire,” Reuters reported, citing a police spokesperson.
“During the arrest, officers used their weapons, but the man returned fire. As a result, two police officers are among the injured,” the spokesperson added.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said he was receiving regular updates from the Interior ministry following the tragic shooting.
“The police are investigating the background and all circumstances of the attack, the PM said.