US warns Americans to avoid famed tourist square after gunman kills 6, injures 15
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Key points
- The department's advisory on Poland says that the country "has a low crime rate overall, but the risk of crime is higher in major cities." Americans are urged to safeguard their belongings in public places in Poland, particularly at popular tourist attractions, train stations and aboard public transportation.
- citizens to review the State Department's Worldwide Caution advisory, which urges Americans traveling abroad to remain vigilant amid potential security threats.
- Consulate in Kraków warned Americans to avoid the area.
AMERICANS WARNED OF VIOLENT PROTESTS AS MAJOR TOURIST DESTINATION FACES SHUTDOWN THREAT The consulate also encouraged U.S.
7, a 24-year-old gunman opened fire in Kraków's Main Market Square, killing six people and wounding 15 others.
Additional details
- Kraków, Poland's second-largest city, is a historic city and popular tourist destination in the southern region of the country.
- The suspect reportedly wore military-style gear and a bulletproof vest and opened fire after driving into the main square.
- citizens are strongly encouraged to maintain a high level of vigilance and practice good situational awareness when traveling abroad, especially during holiday festivals or public events," consulate officials added.
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- Some 180 miles southwest of Warsaw, Kraków is known for its medieval architecture and UNESCO-listed Old Town, which was the site of a recent deadly attack.
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