Overview

• A man was fatally stabbed with a machete during a dispute that began inside a nightclub in Albi and escalated outside around 3:30 AM on May 4, 2025.
• The Albi prosecutor’s office has launched a homicide investigation into the incident, which highlights a broader trend of knife-related violence in France.
• The suspect who delivered the fatal blow remains at large, prompting intensified police efforts to locate and apprehend them.
• This attack is part of a nationwide surge in stabbings, ranging from gang disputes and personal altercations to ideologically motivated violence.
• The rise in violent incidents has reignited debates over policing resources, juvenile justice policies, and measures to enhance public safety.