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One Dead, Five Hurt as Driver Reverses Into Crowd Outside Evreux Bar, Prosecutors Say

Police are investigating on suspicion of homicide-related offenses after detaining three people.

Overview

  • The collision followed a fight outside La Winery on avenue Winston Churchill in Evreux at around 4 a.m.
  • Prosecutor Rémi Coutin told AFP that a person fetched a car and deliberately reversed at high speed into the crowd.
  • Officials reported one fatality and five injured, with two victims in critical condition.
  • An inquiry for homicide and attempted homicide has been opened as investigators work to determine motive and responsibility.
  • Mayor Guy Lefrand said public order has been restored and expressed solidarity with the victims and their families.