Gunman kills five people in Krakow shooting

A gunman opened fire in the Main Market Square in Krakow, Poland, on Saturday afternoon. The Daily Mail, The Times of India, The Sun, and Just The News reported that five people were killed in the shooting. NDTV initially reported that two people were killed. [1][2][3][4][5]

At least ten other people were injured during the attack, according to NDTV, The Times of India, The Sun, and Just The News. The Daily Mail reported that at least 12 people were injured, including two police officers. The Daily Mail and The Sun both noted that the gunman opened fire from a car after driving into the busy area. [1][2][3][4][5]

The Daily Mail reported that emergency services and an air ambulance arrived at the scene, where a large police presence was established. Police stated that the gunman used a military-style rifle. Footage showed a police officer approaching the suspected shooter, who was lying on the ground dressed in military-style green fatigues, body armour, and a helmet. [1]

Poland sustained strong economic growth after 1989 following the end of Soviet satellite status and communist rule. The country was originally established as a kingdom in 1025. [8]