Overview

• A man was found injured by gunfire in a vehicle in Grenoble's Villeneuve district on April 16, 2025, and has been hospitalized.
• The Villeneuve neighborhood is a known hotspot for drug trafficking and has experienced frequent gun violence in recent months.
• The Division of Organized and Specialized Crime (DCOS) in Grenoble is leading the investigation into the shooting.
• Authorities have described the ongoing violence in the area as indicative of a 'gang war,' with previous shootings reported on March 17 and January 24 this year.
• The latest incident underscores the persistent challenges faced by law enforcement in curbing organized crime and drug-related violence in Grenoble.