Van attacked in Eure: two prison guards in danger of death, says Dupond-Moretti
Van attacked in Eure: the vital prognosis of two prison officers engaged, declares Dupond-Moretti
Escalation of violence in Eure
A virulent attack recently occurred in Eure, targeting a van which was transporting detainees. This attack, of rare violence, left two prison officers in critical condition, their vital prognosis still being compromised, declared the Minister of Justice, Eric Dupond-Moretti.
Attack details
According to the first elements of the investigation, the prison van was traveling near Pont-Audemer when the attack occurred. A vehicle would have deliberately hit the van under high protection, forcing the latter to stop. The attackers then opened fire on the prison officers, before fleeing, leaving behind a spectacle of desolation.
Vital prognosis committed for two agents
As a result of this attack, two prison officers have a life-threatening condition. Rushed to hospital, their condition caused great concern, going so far as to provoke a declaration from the Minister of Justice, Eric Dupond-Moretti, who said he was “deeply shocked by these events”.
Ongoing research to find the attackers
The police are still looking for the attackers. A vast search operation was deployed to find the individuals responsible for this violent attack. Several avenues are currently being explored, including the hypothesis of concerted action aimed at releasing a detainee in transit.
Political reactions
This attack sparked numerous political reactions. THE minister of justice, Dupond-Moretti, condemned this act of violence and assured that “all means will be used to find the perpetrators of this cowardly attack”.
The police world, already marked by several dramatic events in recent months, is wondering about the means allocated to the safety of prison staff and the protection of vans.
A tense context
This event occurs in a tense context, where the question of the security of law enforcement seems more worrying than ever. The matter remains to be followed and we will not fail to keep you informed of future developments.
