At least five people have been killed and more than 10 injured after a gunman opened fire in Kraków's main square, Polish police have said.
The suspect opened fire on people at random in Rynek Główny at around 3pm local time on Saturday, a police spokesperson said.
Police officers shot the man during his arrest. He is currently receiving treatment in hospital, police said.
“During the arrest, officers used their weapons, but the man returned fire; as a result, two police officers are among the injured,” a police spokesperson told reporters.
“According to information from police officers, the man was wearing military-style attire,” the spokesperson added.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on X that he was being updated on the incident.
“I am being kept informed by the Minister of the Interior about the situation in Kraków following the tragic shooting,” he said.
“The police are investigating the background and all the circumstances of the attack,” Tusk added.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki said his thoughts were with the victims, those affected and their families in a statement on X.
“I remain in contact with the relevant authorities and expect a full explanation of the circumstances surrounding these tragic events. The head of the National Security Bureau is on his way to Kraków,” he added.
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