Scot killed in Krakow shooting named while British teenager remains in hospital

A 32-year-old Scottish DJ has been identified as one of the six people killed in the Krakow shooting.

James Campbell, of Prestwick, was killed alongside five others on November 7 by a 24-year-old gunman who is also suspected of murdering three members of his own family.

Another British man, Harry Marchant, 19, from York, was injured in the incident and he remains in hospital in Poland.

North Yorkshire Police said it is assisting his family and confirmed Mr Marchant suffered a gunshot wound.

Fourteen other people were injured in the incident, before the gunman was shot by police. The Polish national, who was believed to have been inspired by “far-right ideologies”, later died in hospital.

Police Scotland said it is supporting Mr Campbell’s family.

A senior officer from the force’s counter-terror unit said work is under way to formally establish his identification.

Detective Chief Inspector David McAlinden said: “We are aware of the tragic death of a Scottish man in Krakow.

“While formal identification is yet to take place, our family liaison officers are providing specialist support to his family in Scotland.

“Working in conjunction with the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service, Police Scotland is supporting the UK Counter Terrorism Policing network and the Polish authorities.

“The immediate shared priority is to ensure that identification is properly established for the family, so that repatriation can take place as quickly as possible.

“The family has asked for their privacy to be respected. Our thoughts are with them and everyone impacted by this incident.

“We urge everyone to remain vigilant and report any concerns to the police.

“If you see or hear something that doesn’t feel right, report it online and in confidence at gov.uk/ACT, or in an emergency call 999.”

The SNP’s Prestwick branch said on Facebook: “Our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of local Prestwick man James Thomas Campbell, only 32-years-old, tragically announced by local press today as one of the victims killed in the Krakow shooting.

“Our thoughts are with his loved ones.”

A statement from Mr Marchant’s family issued through North Yorkshire Police said: “We would like to confirm that our son, Harry Marchant, was injured during the incident in Poland over the weekend.

“We are pleased to say he is now in a stable condition, receiving ongoing hospital treatment.

“We can’t express how grateful we are to the first responders, medical team, and the people of Poland for their help and care for Harry.

“We ask for our privacy to be respected as we support Harry with his recovery.”

An appeal launched to raise funds for Mr Marchant has so far seen almost £10,000 donated. It can be found at gofund.me/dab13a3d8.

Published: 11/11/2026 by Radio NewsHub