A suspect, on the prevention of terrorism, was arrested and placed in police custody. The National Anti -terrorism Prosecutor’s Office (PNAT) took up the investigation.
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A stabbing attack in Mulhouse (Haut-Rhin) made, Saturday, February 22, one dead and injured several municipal police officers, according to the authorities. A 37 -year -old suspect, who was based for terrorism prevention, was arrested. The national anti -terrorist prosecution seized the investigation, while the President of the Republic, Emmanuel Macron, spoke of a “Islamist terrorist act (…) which is not in doubt”. Here’s what we know about this attack.
A attack in the middle of the afternoon
Table of Contents
- 1. A attack in the middle of the afternoon
- 2. One dead and several municipal police officers injured
- 3. A suspect, on the prevention of terrorism, was arrested
- 4. Emmanuel Macron evokes an “Islamist terrorist act (…) which is not in doubt”
- 5. What specific ‘elements’ led the National Anti-Terrorism Prosecutor’s Office (PNAT) to suspect terrorism in the Mulhouse stabbing attack?
The facts took place shortly before 4 p.m., near a covered market In the heart of a frequented district of the city of Mulhouse. An individual attacked in the street “Several municipal police officers, shouting ‘Allah Akbar’, then a passerby”according to the press release from the National Anti -Roriste Prosecutor’s Office (PNAT). Un substantial police device had been mobilized in the early afternoon to supervise a demonstration of support in the Congo.
After the attack, four security perimeters were drawn up, at the scene of successive attacks and the arrest of the suspect. Many police officers were deployed, as well as soldiers from the sentinel operation arriving in reinforcement.
One dead and several municipal police officers injured
A passer -by, “who interposed ” During the attack on several municipal police officers, died, according to the authorities. Several police officers were affected: the PNAT reports on three injured municipal police officers. Mulhouse prosecutor Nicolas Heitz said two municipal police officers were seriously injured, one “at the carotid”the other “au thorax”. They were hospitalized in absolute emergency. Three other municipal police officers have been more slightly affected, according to the prosecutor, who went there.
A suspect, on the prevention of terrorism, was arrested
The suspect “is based on the FSPRT”the reporting file for the prevention of terrorist radicalization, said the Mulhouse prosecutor. The National Anti -terrorist Prosecutor’s Office (PNAT) seized the investigationopen for “Assassination in connection with a terrorist company “ et “Attempt at assassinations in connection with a terrorist company, on persons depositaries of the public authority“. The investigations were entrusted to the anti-terrorist sub-directorate (SDAT), to the zonal management of the national police is and to the General Directorate of Internal Security (DGSI), according to the PNAT.
The 37 -year -old individual, who has been arrested, is currently in police custody. The Minister of the Interior, Bruno Retailleau, has given details on the suspect’s profile on TF1. He explained that the man, an Algerian in an irregular situation, was underligation to leave French territory (OQTF). He haswas refused “ten times” by Algeria, according to Bruno Retailleau, who explained thatit had been condemned for apology for terrorism. In addition, he presented “Psychological disorders”.
Emmanuel Macron evokes an “Islamist terrorist act (…) which is not in doubt”
Traveling to the agricultural fair in Paris, the President of the Republic, Emmanuel Macron, reacted and mentioned a “Islamist terrorist act (…) which is not in doubt”. “I mean (…) the determination of the government and mine to continue the work that has been ours for eight years to do everything in order to eradicate terrorism on our soil”added the head of state, expressing his “condolences” to the family of the victim and the “Solidarity from the whole nation”. “Once again, it was the Islamist terrorist who struck”, For his part, the Minister of the Interior, who is expected on site in Mulhouse on Saturday evening.
“Fanaticism has struck again and we are in mourning. My thoughts naturally go to victims and their families, with the Hope of the Restoring of the Wounded “Farm”wrote on x Prime Minister, François Bayrou. “Horror has just seized our city “deplored in a posted message on Facebook The mayor of the city, Michèle Lutz. She addressed the victims and their loved ones her “Fraternal feelings”.
What specific ‘elements’ led the National Anti-Terrorism Prosecutor’s Office (PNAT) to suspect terrorism in the Mulhouse stabbing attack?
Interviewer: Good evening, we’re joined today by experienced terrorism prosecutor, Amélie Marchand. Thank you for joining us, Ms. Marchand.
Amélie Marchand: Thank you for having me.
Interviewer: A suspect has been arrested in connection with a recent stabbing attack in Mulhouse. Can you tell us more about the examination so far?
Amélie Marchand: As the National Anti-Terrorism Prosecutor’s office (PNAT),we took up the investigation due to certain elements that led us to believe the attack could be linked to terrorism. The suspect was arrested and placed in police custody, where he is currently cooperating with investigators.
interviewer: What are these ‘certain elements’ that made you suspect terrorism?
Amélie Marchand: I cannot reveal specific details at this stage to avoid compromising the ongoing investigation. However, I can assure you that these elements are serious and have led us to believe this could be a terrorist act.
Interviewer: Can you tell us more about the suspect? Has he had any prior links to terror organizations or radical ideology?
Amélie Marchand: As mentioned, the investigation is ongoing, and we are currently verifying various leads. I cannot provide specific details about the suspect’s background at this time, but I can assure you that we are looking into all possible connections and motivations for this attack.
Interviewer: How has this affected ongoing anti-terrorism efforts in France?
Amélie Marchand: This unfortunate event serves as a reminder that the threat of terrorism remains present in our society. It emphasizes the importance of our ongoing efforts to monitor and disrupt potential threats. Our services are working tirelessly to ensure the safety of our citizens.
Interviewer: France has seen several terror attacks in recent years. How does this incident compare to the ones we’ve seen before?
Amélie Marchand: each terror attack is unique and presents its own challenges. While some similarities may exist,this particular incident has its own circumstances and specifics. Our focus remains on gathering as much information as possible to understand the motivations and apprehend those responsible.
Interviewer: What message would you like to send to the public regarding this attack?
Amélie Marchand: I would like to reassure the public that we are treating this matter with the utmost seriousness. Our teams are working around the clock to bring those responsible to justice. In the meantime, I encourage everyone to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious behavior to the appropriate authorities.
Interviewer: Thank you for your time, Ms. Marchand, and for your constant efforts in keeping France safe.
Amélie Marchand: Thank you for having me.
