The figure stood beside a banner urging voters not to support Trzaskowski, drawing the attention of the crowd gathered in the city’s main square.
Trzaskowski, representing the ruling Civic Coalition, was visiting Tarnów on Thursday, a key constituency where he led in the first round of voting.
Addressing supporters, he emphasised his personal connection to the city, saying that his great-grandfather, Bronisław Trzaskowski, had served for two decades as the head of a local secondary school.
'Presidential election is not a casting call for someone to play a role'
Responding to the rooftop protest, Trzaskowski told the crowd: "We must stay strong, because a presidential election is not a casting call for someone to play a role."
The event came days before the second round of Poland’s presidential election, as candidates ramp up efforts to secure voter turnout.
Polish police hunt rooftop protester
According to broadcaster Radio Kraków, local police have launched an investigation to identify the individual behind the rooftop stunt, reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses.
The incident was particularly hazardous due to rainy conditions during Thursday's rally, with authorities suspecting that the man fled by crossing neighbouring rooftops.
The protester could face a fine of up to PLN 5,000 (EUR 1,170) for placing a banner without the property owner's consent.
Photo: PAP/Paweł Topolski
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Source: Radio Kraków