Tourists and locals recount fatal Krakow mass shooting that left Poland reeling
· World · The Independent, ABC News (AU)
A 24-year-old man with far-right views opened fire in Main Square in Krakow, Poland, leaving six people dead and 15 wounded on Saturday afternoon. The suspect, who is currently in serious condition, is also linked to the deaths of his sister and parents at his family home. Witnesses described taking cover in shops and running for their lives as police officers subdued the attacker. Prime Minister Donald Tusk praised the courage of police officers, paramedics, and ordinary people who responded to the tragedy. The exact motive behind the shooting remains under investigation.
Why it matters
The attack has left Poland's second-largest city in mourning and prompted widespread praise for the emergency responders who intervened during the public shooting.
Read the original report — The Independent
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