Several people were killed and injured in an armed attack that occurred in Kraków's historic center

Several people were killed and injured on Saturday following a shooting attack in the historic center of Kraków, one of Poland’s main tourist destinations. According to preliminary information, the gunfire was fired from a moving vehicle in the area of the Main Square.

A spokesperson for the Polish fire service confirmed that there were victims and urged people to seek shelter in safe places. The authorities have not yet communicated the exact number of people killed or injured, nor the identity of the attackers.

Medical crews intervened near St. Mary’s Basilica, and a medical helicopter landed in the central square to evacuate the victims, according to images and information presented by TVP World.

Police and investigators are trying to establish the circumstances of the attack and identify those responsible. The circumstances of the incident remain unclear, and the investigation is ongoing. Polish authorities have so far provided no information regarding a possible motive for the attack.