Terrorist shooting in Paris suburb marks 'turning point for France', Emmanuel Macron says
Investigators say the gunman fired at random and used an automatic weapon, as prosecutors examine whether race or religion was the motive.
- French President Emmanuel Macron described the shooting in the Paris suburbs of Trappes and La Verrière as a racist terrorist attack, calling it a turning point for the country.
- The shooting on Friday, October 23, left one man dead and five people injured, including a 12-year-old girl who was seriously wounded.
- Police arrested a 39-year-old suspect in the nearby town of Coignières after he allegedly opened fire from a car at several locations, including a medical centre, a petrol station and a playground.
- France’s National Anti-Terrorism Prosecutor’s Office took over the investigation to determine whether the victims were targeted because of their race, ethnic background or perceived religious identity.
- Macron condemned racist ideology and urged national unity, while the shooting intensified concerns about rising social tensions ahead of further protests across France.
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