The suspect in the shooting that occurred on Saturday, 7 November 2026 in the city center of Cracow, resulting in six fatalities and 16 injuries, has died at a hospital on 9 November. According to the Police of the Region of Little Poland, the individual passed away while in police custody.
A 24-year-old Polish national sustained serious injuries during an operation to apprehend him following an attack, which authorities are currently investigating as a potential terrorist incident with possible far-right motivations.
A shooting occurred on the Main Market Square in Cracow, with the perpetrator firing randomly at individuals in the area. The incident resulted in the deaths of six people, consisting of four women and two men, with one of the victims identified as a British citizen.
Following a search of the suspect's residence, authorities discovered the remains of three individuals, believed to be the suspect's parents and sister, who had suffered fatal gunshot wounds.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has declared a national period of mourning lasting two days in response to the recent attacks. The prime minister's statement comes as authorities continue to investigate the tragic events, focusing on determining the motive and extent of the attacks despite the closure of a key investigative lead with the alleged attacker's death.
by AP/EFE
