Nine Dead in Mass Shooting in Krakow, Poland
Summary
At least nine people were killed in a mass shooting in Krakow, Poland, when a gunman opened fire in the city’s historic main square before police shot and apprehended him. Officials say the attacker may have been influenced by right-wing extremist ideology, and national mourning will be observed on November 8 and 9.
Key Points
- At least nine people were killed and 17 others injured in a mass shooting in Krakow’s historic main square.
- Police say a 24-year-old Polish citizen opened fire indiscriminately with an AR-15 rifle before being shot and arrested.
- Interior Minister Marcin Kierwiński said early indications suggest the attacker was influenced by right-wing extremist ideology.
- President Karol Nawrocki declared national mourning for November 8 and 9, while foreign leaders expressed condolences.
