Nunez stated that the investigation into shooting in Trappes and La Verriere—in the Yvelines department—which left a 26-year-old dead and four others wounded (including a 12-year-old child), is being handled by the aforementioned prosecutor’s office.

Furthermore, the General Directorate for Internal Security (DGSI) has been mobilized, the Interior Minister announced during a press conference.

The minister noted that some evidence points to a potential homicidal motive, though he clarified that the perpetrator’s specific reasons remain unknown.

The investigation aims to clarify the circumstances of the attack and determine whether there was a terrorist motive.

Television channel BFM TV reported that the perpetrator, who has been taken into custody has been identified as 39-year-old Kevin T.

Meanwhile, the Interior Minister announced that 70,000 police officers and gendarmes are deployed for the demonstrations, supported by specialized units, armored vehicles, and water cannons.

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