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Marseille School Worker Assaulted at Elementary School, Police Search Underway

City boosts security presence following staff's right of withdrawal.

Overview

  • Police say a 41-year-old Atsem was attacked around 6:30–7:00 a.m. in the staff parking area of Saint‑Louis Campagne‑Lévêque, with the assailant reportedly hiding in bushes before striking.
  • The attacker attempted a sexual assault and beat the victim, who was treated by marins‑pompiers and has since been discharged from the hospital, according to TF1.
  • Colleagues from the canteen rushed to help after hearing cries, prompting the assailant to flee; municipal police secured the site and an investigation is ongoing.
  • School staff exercised a right of withdrawal Tuesday afternoon, psychological support was set up, and the city reinforced policing at the school throughout the day.
  • Mayor Benoît Payan condemned the violence, unions organized contingency picnic meals for pupils, and staff report recurring safety issues near the campus.