Armed attack in Paris, at least six injured. The attacker was detained
Armed attack in the Gare de Nord in Paris. At least six people were injured by a man armed with a knife. For now, the reasons for his gesture are not known, but witnesses say that he would have rushed at several people. In a short time, the attacker was neutralised by the law enforcement officers.
The incident took place at rush hour, with the Gare du Nord in Paris being one of the busiest in Europe and an important junction with other European capitals.
The police secured the area and train traffic was stopped for several hours. The police officers used their weapons to arrest the criminal, who was wounded three times during the operation.
According to the authorities, the man is now in critical condition at the hospital.
The police initiated an investigation to establish the cause and circumstances of the armed incident. The version of a terrorist attack has not yet been considered.
