French police shot and critically wounded a knife wielding attacker near the Arc de Triomphe in central Paris, prompting a security investigation into the circumstances of the incident. Authorities stated that officers responded after reports of an individual threatening passersby in a busy area frequented by tourists and residents.
According to preliminary information from the Interior Ministry, officers attempted to neutralize the suspect after he advanced while holding a bladed weapon. The suspect was taken into custody and received medical attention. No fatalities among civilians were immediately reported.
The Paris prosecutor’s office opened an inquiry to determine motive and assess whether the act was linked to extremist activity or constituted an isolated assault. Security measures were temporarily heightened in the surrounding district as investigators secured the scene.
France has remained vigilant against security threats in recent years, maintaining a visible law enforcement presence in major urban centers. Officials urged the public to rely on verified information and avoid speculation while the investigation proceeds.
The incident underscores ongoing challenges faced by European authorities in balancing public safety with open urban environments that attract large crowds.
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