Gunman opens fire from car in Krakow square, killing six people

A gunman drove into the Main Market Square in Krakow, Poland, on Saturday, Nov. 7, and began firing at random people from his car at around 3 p.m. local time. Six people were killed, four women and two men, and at least 15 were wounded, authorities said. The death toll had earlier stood at five.

Police shot and wounded the attacker in a gunfight a short distance away, and he was taken to a hospital. Krakow police said he is a 24-year-old Polish citizen who acted alone. Police spokesperson Katarzyna Cisło said he wore military-style fatigues and a bulletproof vest, used a military-type long gun and had many other weapons and ammunition in his car.

Two police officers were among the wounded. Interior Minister Marcin Kierwiński said one is in very critical condition after three gunshot wounds. Police denied reports that an officer died and that a second perpetrator is being sought.

A tram driver reported that his vehicle was fired on near the square. Authorities have not publicly announced a motive. Prime Minister Donald Tusk said police are investigating, and he later headed to Krakow.

NBC News reported that the city announced a mourning period through Nov. 11.