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Krakow mass shooting assailant dies in hospital, Polish police say
Reuters • • general
Key Points:
- A 24-year-old gunman killed six people in a mass shooting in Krakow's historic main square on Saturday and died in hospital after being shot and arrested by police.
- The shooter was from Ostrowiec Swietokrzyski in southeastern Poland, and initial government statements suggested far-right ideology may have inspired him, though details were not provided.
- Government officials later urged caution, advising against premature conclusions while the investigation is ongoing and full information is awaited.
- Justice Minister Waldemar Zurek confirmed the investigation will continue to determine if the shooter acted alone or had external influences, despite the shooter's death.
- Authorities noted various emblems on the perpetrator’s clothing are being examined as part of the inquiry, but evidence is being withheld from public disclosure.
