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Two police officers hailed as heroes for confronting Kraków gunman

Two police officers hailed as heroes for confronting Kraków gunman

Summary

Two Polish police officers were injured while pursuing and detaining a gunman in Kraków on Saturday. Authorities said their quick response helped prevent further casualties; the officers underwent surgery and were brought out of medically induced comas on Sunday.

Key Facts

  • The 24-year-old suspect, a Polish national, killed six people and injured 17 in the attack.
  • Police arrived 23 seconds after receiving the first emergency call from Kraków’s main square.
  • Officer Jakub Kulik was hit by three bullets and was critically injured.
  • Officer Artur Morański was shot in the chest area.
  • Both officers underwent surgery on Saturday and were brought out of medically induced comas on Sunday.
  • Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said the officers likely saved many lives.
  • Polish Justice Minister Waldemar Żurek said their response prevented further casualties.
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