Tragedy at Kraków's Main Market Square. Six dead, prime minister thanks rescuers and police officers
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On Saturday, an armed 24-year-old drove a car into the Main Market Square in Kraków. He then opened fire on the people who were there. As a result of this incident, six people were killed and 16 were injured.
In a statement published on the government website, the prime minister said that in the face of this tragedy, the best in people can be seen. He named the courage of the police officers, the sacrifice of the medical rescuers, and the selfless help of ordinary residents who provided assistance to the injured.
The Main Market Square is one of the most famous places in Kraków. Every day, thousands of tourists from Poland and abroad visit it. After the incident, emergency services quickly arrived at the scene, and the injured were taken to hospitals.
The case is currently being handled by the appropriate services. The authorities appeal to residents to remain calm and to follow police instructions. All information about the incident will be provided on an ongoing basis by official sources.
Sources: Gov.pl
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