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Manhunt Intensifies for Suspect in Fatal Mosque Attack in France

French authorities are searching for Olivier H., identified as the suspect in the murder of Aboubakar, a young Malian volunteer, in what is being investigated as a potentially Islamophobic act.

La mosquée de La Grand-Combe, dans le Gard, où a eu lieu le meurtre d’un fidèle musulman vendredi.
Gard: un homme tué à coup de couteau dans une mosquée par une autre fidèle
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L'assassin de la mosquée du Gard est « potentiellement extrêmement dangereux » et il est « primordial » de l'interpeller avant qu'il fasse de nouvelles victimes.

Overview

  • Aboubakar, a 22-year-old Malian volunteer, was killed inside the Khadidja mosque in La Grand-Combe on April 25, suffering 40 to 50 stab wounds.
  • The suspect, Olivier H., filmed the attack and was heard insulting 'Allah,' leading investigators to prioritize an Islamophobic motive.
  • Olivier H., a French national of Bosnian origin, is described as 'extremely dangerous' and reportedly expressed intent to commit further attacks in his video.
  • The investigation, led by local authorities and supported by national security services, is under review by the Parquet national antiterroriste (PNAT) for potential takeover.
  • Community rallies, including a white march and a Paris gathering, have been organized to honor the victim and call for action against rising anti-Muslim violence.