Polish police say Krakow mass shooting assailant died in hospital

A 24-year-old Polish man suspected of killing six people and injuring 15 others in a shooting spree in Kraków's historic center on November 7, 2026, died in hospital two days later. The gunman also allegedly killed three family members—his parents and sister—with shots to the head at their home before the attack. Authorities initially suggested possible far-right ideology as inspiration but now say there is no evidence linking him to any specific political or ideological movement.

The incident occurred around 3 pm when the man drove a car into Kraków's main market square and opened fire randomly, causing panic among tourists and locals. The suspect was later shot by police after a brief exchange of gunfire. Among those killed were a British national visiting the city with his girlfriend; five foreign nationals from Britain, Portugal, Russia, Germany, and Austria were also wounded.

Following the attack, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk described it as an act of terrorism, the deadliest in Poland since 1989. The government now plans to review gun regulations and requirements.