Polish prosecutors launch terrorism probe after market shooting in Kraków

Polish prosecutors have opened a terrorism investigation following a gun attack in Kraków’s main market square. The Guardian reported that a 24‑year‑old man opened fire on Saturday afternoon, killing six people, including a British national, and wounding 17 others. Authorities said the assault was probably motivated by far‑right ideologies.

Police confirmed that three people found dead at the suspect’s home after the shooting were his parents, aged 53 and 52, and his 21‑year‑old sister. The victims were discovered at the residence following the attack.

The investigation treats the incident as a terrorist act, reflecting concerns about extremist violence in Poland. Prosecutors are now gathering evidence to determine the full extent of the suspect’s motives and any possible networks involved.

Why it matters

Classifying the attack as terrorism signals heightened scrutiny of far‑right extremism and its threat to public safety.

Key details

Location

Poland · Europe

Reported by

The Guardian

First reported

8 Nov 2026, 17:20 IST

Key names

Polish, Kraków, Briton

Section

World

Figure cited

Police confirmed on Sunday that three people found dead at the gunman’s home after the attack on Saturday afternoon were his father, 53, mother, 52, and sister, 21. (The Guardian)

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• The GuardianPolish prosecutors open terrorism investigation into Kraków shooting 8 Nov, 17:20

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