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Poland launches terrorism probe into mass shooting in Krakow

Poland launches terrorism probe into mass shooting in Krakow

Summary

Polish prosecutors opened a terrorism investigation after a gunman killed six people and wounded 15 in Krakow on Saturday. The 24-year-old suspect, whom authorities described as fascinated by far-right ideologies, was wounded in a shootout with police and remained in critical condition. Police also found the bodies of his parents and sister at his home.

Key Facts

  • The shooting took place in the historic centre of Krakow.
  • Six people were killed and 15 were wounded.
  • A British national was among those killed, and people from Austria, Britain, Germany, Portugal and Russia were among the wounded.
  • The suspect used a semi-automatic rifle and was wounded in a shootout with police.
  • Two police officers were wounded; one was in serious but stable condition.
  • Police found the bodies of the suspect's parents and sister at his home in Ostrowiec Swietokrzyski.
  • Police said the bodies had apparent gunshot wounds and seized seven firearms from the home.
  • Poland declared two days of national mourning beginning Sunday.
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