A tragedy unfolded in downtown Krakow when a 24-year-old man carried out a shooting that resulted in at least nine deaths and sixteen injuries. The attacker died in the hospital after being shot by police during his arrest.
Shooting Details
The shooting occurred on the morning of November 9, 2026. According to police reports, among the deceased are the attacker's parents and sister. Many individuals suffered serious injuries, and doctors performed multiple surgeries on the attacker, but despite the medical efforts, he succumbed in the hospital.
Government Response
The spokesperson for the Polish Ministry of Internal Affairs, Karolina Galecka, confirmed the attacker's death, stating that his condition had been assessed as critical. Authorities expressed condolences to the families of the victims and promised a thorough investigation into the circumstances of the tragedy.
Circumstances of the Arrest
The attacker was apprehended by police during an attempted escape. After being shot, he was taken to the hospital, where he was under medical supervision. At the time of his hospitalization, his condition was critical, complicating treatment.