France Suspected terrorism after attack in Alsace
Following an attack in Mulhouse, Alsace, which left one dead and several injured, the French anti-terrorism prosecutor's office has taken over the investigation. This was announced by the authority. The perpetrator had attacked several police officers while shouting "Allahu Akbar" (meaning "God is greatest" in Arabic). A passer-by who intervened was also attacked by the man. He died. Three police officers were injured in the attack in the town near the border with Baden-Württemberg in the afternoon.
22.02.2025, 18:37
SDA
The anti-terrorism public prosecutor's office is now investigating for homicide and attempted homicide with reference to terrorism. The suspected perpetrator has been arrested and is in police custody. The police and public prosecutor's office did not initially provide any further information about him. The French news agency AFP reported, with reference to a public prosecutor, that the man was listed on a terrorism prevention register.
France's Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau wanted to go to Mulhouse in the evening. Personnel from the anti-terrorism public prosecutor's office are also expected on site.
The police had initially reported that a man had attacked several people at a market and killed one person - presumably with a knife.
There have been repeated terrorist attacks in France in recent years.
