A fatal stabbing incident in the French city of Mulhouse has been claimed as an Islamist terrorist attack. The attack left one person dead and two police officers seriously injured. The suspect, a 37-year-old Algerian national, was apprehended at the scene after shouting “Allahu Akbar” during the attack, leading authorities to investigate it as a terrorist act.
The two police officers were severely injured during the attack, with one suffering a stab wound to the throat and the other to the chest. Additionally, a civilian bystander was fatally stabbed at the scene while trying to assist the police during the attack.
Local prosecutors revealed that the suspect was on a watchlist for terrorism and had been deported from France. French President Emmanuel Macron unequivocally described the incident as an “Islamist terrorist attack” and expressed deep sympathy for the victim’s family. He vowed to take a firm stand against such crimes to eradicate terrorism from their soil.
The attack occurred during a demonstration in support of the Democratic Republic of Congo, where police officers were providing security. Prime Minister Francois Bayrou took to social media to express his sorrow and concern for the injured and deceased, hoping for a swift recovery for the injured victims.
Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau is set to visit the scene on Saturday evening as France grapples with grief and anger over the incident. The response to the attack in France has been one of mourning and outrage.
The tragic event has left many in shock and mourning, emphasizing the growing threat of terrorism in the region. As the community comes together to support the victims and their families, the government is taking decisive action to prevent such attacks in the future.
Stay tuned for updates as the investigation into this terrorist attack continues. The safety and security of our communities remain a top priority as we stand united against terrorism.
