In a tragic incident near the iconic Eiffel Tower in the heart of Paris, a person lost their life, and two others were injured in a knife attack.
French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin confirmed the details of the incident on Saturday.
According to Minister Darmanin, a Frenchman attacked tourists in the vicinity of the Eiffel Tower, leading to one fatality and two individuals sustaining injuries.
The quick response of the police resulted in the apprehension of the 26-year-old French assailant, who was subdued using a stun gun.
The suspect had a previous criminal record, having been sentenced to four years in prison in 2016 for planning another attack.
He was also on the watchlist of French security agencies and reportedly suffered from psychological disorders.
The attack occurred at around 19:00 GMT when the assailant approached two tourists with a knife just meters away from the Eiffel Tower, resulting in the tragic death of a German national.
During a police pursuit, the attacker assaulted two more individuals with a hammer before being apprehended.
The Anti-Terrorism Prosecutor’s Office has taken charge of the investigation into this harrowing incident, examining the circumstances and motives behind the attack.
Security measures in Paris have been heightened in response to this tragic event, emphasizing the importance of continued vigilance in the face of such threats.
