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Krakow Shooting: Six Dead

Witnesses describe horror as gunman kills six in Krakow.

Nov 7, 2026

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Krakow Shooting: Six Dead

Witnesses describe horror as gunman kills six in Krakow.

In brief

Witnesses describe horror as gunman kills six in Krakow. A 25-year-old Polish man opened fire in Krakow's Main Square, killing six people and injuring 16, prompting national mourning in Poland. Originally reported by LADbible.

Shooting in Krakow

People were seen running for safety (X)

Witnesses report a gunman in military uniform opened fire on crowds in Krakow's Main Market Square.

Six Dead, 16 Injured

At least six people died, including four women and two men, with 16 others injured in hospitals.

Witness Accounts

People were seen running for safety (X)

A waitress said they heard shots, smoke, and a car drove by quickly while the boss shouted to take cover.

National Mourning Declared

Polish President Karol Nawrocki initiated national mourning for November 8 and 9 after the shooting.

Perpetrator Details

A 25-year-old Polish citizen with far-right ideologies used a military-style gun in the attack.

Emergency Response

Armed officers at the scene (Omar Marques/Getty Images)

Police officers shot the perpetrator, who was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

The headline

A 25-year-old Polish man opened fire in Krakow's Main Square, killing six people and injuring 16, prompting national mourning in Poland.

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