Krakow Gunman Had More Than 500 Rounds of Ammunition as Police Uncover Horrifying Family Murders

A deadly shooting rampage in Poland has taken an even darker turn after investigators uncovered evidence linking the gunman to the deaths of three members of his own family. Michał Oksiński, a 24-year-old Polish man, allegedly killed his parents and younger sister before driving to Krakow and opening fire in the city’s historic Main Market Square. Police later discovered a substantial weapons collection and hundreds of rounds of ammunition connected to the attack.

The shooting erupted on Saturday, November 7, 2026, when Oksiński drove into the crowded tourist area and began firing at people. Wearing military-style clothing and a bulletproof vest, he reportedly moved through the square while shooting at members of the public. Terrified visitors ran into nearby shops and buildings to escape the gunfire. Six people were killed and around 15 others were injured, including two police officers who confronted the attacker.

Officers eventually shot Oksiński, who was taken to hospital in critical condition. Despite undergoing several operations, he died on Monday, November 9. Investigators later revealed that four firearms, including two rifles and two pistols, had been recovered from the suspect and his vehicle. More than 500 rounds of ammunition were reportedly found, while forensic teams collected a huge number of spent cartridges. Prosecutors said the number of shots fired could have reached several hundred, although the exact figure is still being established.

The investigation then expanded to the suspect’s family home in Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski, approximately 160 kilometers from Krakow. There, authorities discovered the bodies of his 53-year-old father, 52-year-old mother and 21-year-old sister. Preliminary examinations indicated that all three had suffered gunshot wounds. Investigators believe the family members were killed before the attack in Krakow, although the precise circumstances and timing remain under examination. Seven additional firearms were reportedly recovered from the property.

Authorities are also examining how Oksiński obtained his weapons and whether his firearms permits should have been granted. Reports indicate that he held a valid license for a rifle and a pistol and had visited a shooting range. Officials have discussed his reported radical and ultranationalist views, but prosecutors have warned that his motive has not yet been established. Investigators are examining electronic devices, online activity and possible outside influences to determine whether he acted alone or received encouragement from anyone else.

The tragedy has shocked Poland, where mass shootings are exceptionally rare. Prosecutors have opened an investigation into the killings in both locations, treating the Krakow attack as a suspected terrorist offence. The deaths of six people in the city, three members of the gunman’s family and the suspect himself have left communities mourning while authorities continue to piece together the events behind one of the country’s most devastating recent acts of violence.

Source: The Sun