At least six people were killed and 15 others wounded in a mass shooting on November 7, 2026.
An armed attacker drove onto the Main Market Square in Krakow, Poland, and opened fire on pedestrians.
Police Chase Gunman Across Square
The incident began at about 3pm when a 24-year-old Polish citizen drove onto the square. The driver fired at people from his car before a projectile struck a tram.
Police pursued the vehicle to the area of the intersection with Dietla Street. There, the suspect’s car collided with a white vehicle. He exchanged gunfire with officers before being shot, overpowered, and arrested.
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 said.
Policjanci z narażeniem życia interweniowali w Krakowie. Natychmiast. Dzięki ich heroicznej postawie udało się szybko ująć napastnika. Jeden z policjantów z raną postrzałową, stan drugiego bardzo ciężki- 3 rany postrzałowe. Trwa operacja.
Prime Minister Donald Tusk arrived at the scene.
Minister of Interior and Administration Marcin Kierwiński also arrived. Minister of National Defense Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz and Chief of Police Marek Boroń joined them.
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Victims Identified After Shootout
The attack left six people dead. Four were Polish citizens, one was a British national, and one was a foreign national whose nationality authorities have not yet released.
The fatalities included a 61-year-old Polish woman, a 47-year-old Polish woman, and a 53-year-old Polish woman. They also included a 32-year-old British man, a 51-year-old woman, and an approximately 50-year-old Polish man. Sixteen others were injured, with 12 admitted in critical condition, while two individuals were later discharged from medical facilities.
The suspect was identified as 24-year-old Michał O. from Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski, residing in the Świętokrzyskie province. Investigators found that he had a clean record, had never previously been noted by law enforcement, and possessed a legal firearms license.
Marcin Kierwiński stated that the man was not a soldier. He had never been involved with the military.
Leaders Condemn Krakow Attack
Prime Minister Tusk addressed the nation from Krakow, describing the incident as an act of terrorism. He also praised the heroic police response.
Małopolska police spokesperson sub-inspector Katarzyna Cisło confirmed the suspect’s citizenship and age. Authorities dismissed early rumors of a second attacker. Prosecutor’s office proceedings remain underway to reconstruct the sequence of events and motives.
International leaders expressed condolences.
European Union top diplomat Kaja Kallas stated on social media that Poland does not stand alone and that the tragic loss of life will be felt far beyond the country.
Earlier coverage: Gunman Kills Six and Injures 15 in Krakow Shooting