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After deadly attack in Trappes, which Macron called 'racist,' questions remain over suspected gunman's motives
Summary by The Paris Editorial Desk Le Monde in English
· October 24, 2026
· 1 min read
A 26-year-old man was killed and five people were injured in an attack with an automatic weapon, west of Paris. The national anti-terrorism prosecutor’s office took over the case as a suspected terrorist murder with racist or Islamophobic motives. 39-year-old Kevin T. is in police custody.
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Key points The national anti-terrorism prosecutor’s office took over the case as a suspected terrorist murder with racist or Islamophobic motives. A 26-year-old man was killed and five people were injured in an attack with an automatic weapon, west of Paris. More safety Today’s briefing Local events
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