Five people were killed in a shooting in the Polish city of Krakow on Saturday, according to police accounts cited by the BBC. Two police officers were among those shot, Poland's interior minister said, and one of them was described as being in a very critical condition.
Prime Minister Donald Tusk credited officers who intervened, praising what he called their courage in putting themselves at risk to stop the attacker. The BBC reported his remarks.
Coverage of the incident varied as details emerged. The Guardian and Sky News both reported at least five dead, while Reuters, citing Polish broadcaster TVN24, initially carried a lower toll of two killed and at least ten injured. The Telegraph also reported five dead. The differing figures reflect the early stage of reporting rather than a settled account.
Few further details have been confirmed, including the identity of the attacker, the location within the city, or a possible motive. Authorities have not released additional information beyond the casualty figures and the condition of the wounded officers.
Further updates from Polish police and the interior ministry are expected as the investigation continues.