US warns Americans to avoid famed tourist square after gunman kills 6, injures 15

A gunman killed six people and injured 15 in Kraków’s Main Market Square on Saturday, prompting the US Consulate to advise Americans to avoid the historic tourist area. The warning highlights the need for visitors to follow local updates and take care around public gatherings after the attack.

The suspect, a 24-year-old reportedly wearing military-style clothing and a bulletproof vest, drove into the square before opening fire. The consulate urged US citizens to stay alert, avoid crowds and demonstrations, monitor local media and sign up for the State Department’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program; Poland remains at Level 1, “Exercise Normal Precautions”.