5 killed, 10 injured in shooting near Krakow's Main Market Square

Five people have been killed and more than 10 injured in a fierce shooting that took place near the Main Market Square in the city of Krakow, located in the southern part of Poland, on Saturday. According to information provided by the police, a large number of people sustained injuries in this incident.

As per a report by NDTV, police began receiving reports around 3 pm (1400 GMT) that an individual in a car was firing indiscriminately at people entering the square. A police spokesperson told journalists that the attacker was dressed in military-style clothing.

When police officers attempted to arrest the attacker, they used their weapons. However, the attacker also retaliated, resulting in injuries to several people, including two police officers. A post made by the police on X stated that police officers have shot the attacker, who has now been taken to the hospital.

Regarding this incident, Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk wrote on X that the police are investigating the shooting and are being constantly updated by the Ministry of Interior. Meanwhile, President Karol Nawrocki, reacting to this tragic incident, stated that his thoughts are with the victims, the affected, and their families.

Currently, a deep investigation into the entire matter is being conducted by the police, and treatment for the injured is ongoing. Details regarding the condition of the attacker are not yet clear, but he has been admitted to the hospital.