Poland Declares 2 Days of Mourning After Krakow Shooting Kills 6

Poland’s President, Karol Nawrocki, has declared two days of national mourning following a shooting in Krakow that left six people dead and several others injured.

The national mourning will take place on November 8 and 9, following a decree signed by the president, his spokesperson announced in a statement.

The deadly attack, reportedly carried out by a gunman inspired by far-right ideology, occurred in the busy centre of Krakow, Poland’s second-largest city. Among the victims was a British national.

According to police, the suspect drove onto Main Market Square in Krakow on Saturday afternoon before opening fire randomly on people in the area.

The incident sparked widespread grief across the country, with authorities and citizens paying tribute to the victims of the attack.

The national mourning period commenced at midnight, with flags across the country lowered to half-mast in honour of those killed.

Several institutions and media organisations have also adopted measures to reflect the national mood. Websites have incorporated black ribbons into their logos and switched to subdued colour schemes, while radio and television broadcasters have modified their programming schedules.

Additionally, entertainment events have been cancelled as a mark of respect for the victims and their families.

The two-day mourning period is expected to serve as a time for national reflection and solidarity with those affected by the tragic shooting.