Poland rallies around officers injured in Krakow mass shooting

Polish citizens and emergency services have launched major support initiatives following a mass shooting in central Krakow that left six people dead and 15 wounded. Two police officers who confronted and neutralized the 24-year-old gunman were critically injured during the intervention, which authorities noted began just 23 seconds after receiving the initial emergency call.

Both officers received immediate life-saving care at the scene from two prominent surgeons dining nearby. Medical authorities continue nationwide calls for blood donations to support the recovery of Officer Jakub Kulik, a former paratrooper. Meanwhile, a public fundraising effort raised over €1.13 million within 17 hours to assist the officers and their families.

All 15 injured victims remain hospitalized in stable condition as investigators continue probing the shooter's motive and the deaths of three family members found at his residence.

Sources: Adevărul, Digi24, HotNews, TV8, Ziarul de Gardă.