Shooting in Poland’s Krakow kills 5:At least 10 injured; police shoot attacker who was wearing an army-style uniform

A shooting at a market in Poland’s Krakow on Saturday killed five people and injured more than 10 others. According to police, an attacker arrived at the Main Market Square in a car and began firing at people there. Police officers were among those injured. According to police, the attacker was wearing a military-style uniform, helmet and body armour. When attempts were made to stop him, he opened fire at the police. In the retaliatory action, police shot and injured the attacker. He is receiving treatment in hospital. His identity has not been disclosed. Five pictures after the shooting Police cordoned off Main Market Square after the shooting A tram passing nearby was also caught in the gunfire. According to Krakow’s transport department, the tram driver’s window was shattered by a bullet. However, neither the driver nor any of the passengers on the tram was injured. After the incident, police cordoned off the Main Market Square, a popular destination among tourists. The people present there were evacuated after the incident. Ambulances and police vehicles arrived in the area. Poland’s Prime Minister and President take stock of the incident Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said the interior minister had briefed him about the shooting. He said police were investigating the motive behind the attack and all related aspects. Polish President Karol Nawrocki also called for a thorough investigation into the incident. He said the safety of the people was the top priority. ​