Macron condemns racism after one killed in terrorist shooting near Paris
Summary
A gunman opened fire in towns west of Paris, killing one person and injuring several others, including a 12-year-old girl. French President Emmanuel Macron described the incident as a racist terrorist attack and called for unity against racism.Key Facts
- The shooting happened on Friday morning in Trappes and La Verrière, towns west of Paris.
- One person was killed, and a 12-year-old girl was seriously wounded with eight gunshot wounds.
- The gunman fired at multiple targets, including a petrol station, medical center, and playground.
- The suspect is a 39-year-old man named Kevin T., who was arrested by police.
- Authorities found a British WWII-era submachine gun and teargas grenades in the suspect’s car.
- The suspect also booby-trapped his home with gas canisters and electric wires.
- French anti-terrorism prosecutors are investigating the attack as racially and religiously motivated.
- President Macron and local officials stressed the importance of respect, unity, and stopping racist violence.
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