13 Oct 2023 | 10:27 AM UTC
France: Police are responding to a knife attack in Arras Oct. 13
FLASH: Police are responding to a knife attack at the Gambetta School in Arras, France, Oct. 13. One dead, several wounded. Avoid the area.
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Police are responding to a knife attack at the Gambetta High School in Arras on Oct. 13. At least one person has been killed and two others injured in the attack. Some reports indicate the perpetrator and one other individual have been arrested. The investigation into the incident remains active. The motive for the attack remains unclear.
Heightened security and disruptions to transport and business are likely in the area over the coming hours.
This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.
