According to Polish media reports, a person has accidentally opened fire from a vehicle, causing panic among citizens and tourists in the area.

Polish police announced that the author has been shot by police effectives and transported to the hospital.

Emergency services have arrived at the scene, while authorities have called on residents and tourists to avoid the city’s main square.

People nearby have been asked to leave for safety.

The circumstances and motives of the event have not yet been disclosed.

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said he is constantly being kept informed of the situation in Krakov after the tragic shootings.

Police are investigating the background and all circumstances of the incident, Tusk wrote on the X platform.

With a population of over 800 000, Krakov is the second largest city in Poland.

It is considered a popular destination for tourists from around the world.

The main attractions include the main square, the Wallel fortress at Hill Wewell, and the cathedral.

This university town is part of U World Heritage NESTO.

Source Layer: RTKLive