Armed attack in Poland: Many dead and wounded.

The armed attack that took place at the historic Main Square in Krakow, Poland, shook the country. According to initial findings, five people were killed and at least 15 injured when a vehicle opened fire randomly at people in the area. The 24‑year‑old suspect was neutralized by police gunfire and taken to hospital.

Vehicle Fired Randomly at the Surroundings

According to the first statement made by the police, the attack occurred around 15:00 local time. The assailant who arrived at Main Square by vehicle opened fire randomly at people in the area. Upon the report, a large number of police and medical teams were dispatched to the region.

The 24‑year‑old Polish citizen suspect, injured by gunfire during the security forces' intervention, was taken to hospital. It was reported that the suspect's condition after surgery is severe.

Many Weapons and Ammunition Seized from Vehicle

According to information obtained from local sources, the vehicle used by the assailant, who was said to be wearing military clothing, contained many weapons and ammunition. It was reported that the weapon used in the attack was of the same type as those in the inventory of the Polish army.

Police units reported that the attacker acted alone and that an investigation into the cause of the incident is ongoing. Officials urged residents and tourists in the area to stay away from Main Market Square, and those nearby to move to safe zones.

Statement from Polish Prime Minister Tusk

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, in a statement following the attack, said he had been regularly briefed by Interior Minister Marcin Kierwiński on developments in Krakow. Tusk added that police teams were investigating the background and all details of the attack.

Polish President Karol Nawrocki, in a post from his social‑media account, said he was following news of the incidents in central Krakow with great concern, offering condolences to the families of the deceased and wishing prompt recovery to the injured.

Fatalities Rise to Six

Meanwhile, later reports from the Associated Press and Reuters indicated that the death toll had risen to six and the number of injured to 15, updating the figures from the initial statements about the attack.