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Gun violence is very rare in Poland, with some of the lowest rates in Europe. Strict gun control laws mean civilian firearm ownership is uncommon. This tragic event in Krakow's Main Market Square is therefore highly unusual for the country, where such incidents are not a regular occurrence.
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