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18 Sep 2018 | 09:10 PM UTC

France: Reports of stabbing attack in Rennes Sep. 18; suspect detained

Unconfirmed reports of stabbing attack at Gaumont cinema in Rennes September 18, with multiple people wounded; suspect reportedly detained; further details still emerging

Warning

Event

Unconfirmed reports have claimed that a man carried out a stabbing attack at the Gaumont cinema in Rennes as of the evening (local time) of Tuesday, September 18, wounding multiple people. The individual has reportedly been detained and a heightened security presence is at the scene of the incident. Further details about the incident are still emerging. Consequent localized traffic disruptions are to be expected in the area over the coming hours.

Advice

Individuals in Rennes are advised to avoid the vicinity of the Gaumont cinema, monitor developments to the situation, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.