The Zygmunt bell rang as a sign of mourning
The city unites in prayer and support for the victims of the tragic events on the Main Square
Quick Look
- Krakow is in mourning after the shooting on the Main Square.
- President Łukasz Gibała announced mourning until November 11, and cultural events were canceled.
- The perpetrator, a 24-year-old, was arrested after an exchange of fire with the police.
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Why It Matters
There was a shooting in Krakow in which a masked 24-year-old drove his car into the Market Square and opened fire on people. The perpetrator was arrested after an exchange of fire with the police.
The ringing of the bell accompanied the beginning of the mass for the victims in the Collegiate Church of St. Anna.
Let's be together in this difficult moment. Let us unite in common prayer and mutual support, appealed the Metropolitan Archbishop of Krakow, Cardinal. Grzegorz Ryś.
National mourning continues
The Mayor of Krakow, Łukasz Gibała, announced mourning, which will last in the city until November 11.
Let's not let these events be used by someone who would like to divide us. The market will again belong to all of us - he said last evening, thanking the city guard, police, firefighters, rescuers and people who opened their doors to those fleeing the scene.
Nationwide mourning is in force today and tomorrow.
Concerts, performances and all events have been canceled in Krakow. He announced this, among others: National Stary Theater Helena Modrzejewska, Cricoteka, Kino Kijów, Philharmonic. Karol Szymanowski. Flags with girdles fly on trams, buses and city buildings.
An electronic book of condolence was also launched in Krakow after the tragic events that shocked the city and all of Poland. Residents can pay tribute to the victims and express support for their families.
The city unites after the tragedy
The tragic shooting shocked all of Poland. A masked 24-year-old drove his car into the Market Square and shot at people. After an exchange of fire with the police, he was injured and detained.
Open Questions
- What was the perpetrator's motive?
- What is the health condition of the injured?
