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Six killed, 15 injured in shooting at Poland's Krakow market square

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  • Six people were killed and 15 others injured after a gunman opened fire in Krakow's historic Main Market Square on Saturday, November 7.
  • Police shot and wounded the suspect before arresting him. Authorities identified him as a Polish citizen.

Six people were killed and 15 others injured after a gunman opened fire in Krakow's historic Main Market Square in Poland on Saturday, November 7, according to Polish authorities.

The shooting took place at the popular tourist destination, sending people fleeing as gunshots rang out across the square.

Police said the suspect drove into the area, exited his vehicle and began firing randomly at people.

Officers confronted the gunman and shot him, leaving him wounded before taking him into custody. He was subsequently transported to a hospital.

Authorities identified the suspect as a Polish citizen but have not disclosed further details about his identity or a possible motive.

The investigation remains ongoing as police work to establish the circumstances surrounding the attack and determine what prompted the shooting.

Authorities have not yet released further details about the victims.